If you’re looking for an easy segway snack in between the summer heat and the coziness of fall, this high-protein cottage cheese queso dip is the way to go. It works just as well on the patio for last-of-the-season hangs as does for game-day get-togethers. Best of all, this queso dip takes only a few minutes and has more than 28 grams of protein.
Use whatever dippers you prefer: tortilla chips, carrot sticks, and cucumber slices would all be good. If there’s any leftover, just cover it with plastic wrap and reheat later when you need a snack.
Dig in!
High Protein Cottage Cheese Queso
Serves: 2
Ingredients:
- 1 cup 2% cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp of taco seasoning
- ½ cup shredded colby cheese
- ½ cup shredded monterey jack cheese
Directions:
- In a food processor or blender, add the cottage cheese, taco seasoning, colby cheese, and Monterey jack cheese. Process until smooth and evenly combined.
- Remove the mixture from the food processor or blender and into a microwave safe bowl.
- Microwave the mixture for 1 minute and 30 seconds, or until hot and melty. Serve with tortilla chips of your choosing, and enjoy!
Estimated Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 322; Total Fat: 18.5g; Saturated Fat: 11.5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 60mg; Sodium: 1,165mg; Carbohydrates: 11g; Dietary Fiber: 1.5g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 28.5g
The post Protein-Packed Cottage Cheese Queso appeared first on MyFitnessPal Blog.
Following a Low-Carb Diet? Here’s a Dietitian’s Grocery Shopping List
As a dietitian, having a low-carb grocery list is my top tip for anyone looking to cut back on carbohydrates....
Can Fast Food Fit Into a Healthy Diet? Yes—Here’s How.
Sometimes the convenience of popping into a fast-food joint when you’re on-the-go is the only way you can get your...
Dietitian-Approved Guide to Whole Grains: 7 Must-Try Picks and How to Make Them Delicious
With all the hype around protein, a lot of people are sleeping on whole grains. A few examples of whole...
9 Easy Mediterranean Recipes
As a busy single mom and full-time registered dietitian, I understand that preparing healthy meals during a hectic week can...
