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Hey there, dip lovers!
Are you ready to jazz up your snack game? I’ve got a delicious treat for you!
Today, I’m sharing my favorite recipe for cottage cheese feta dip.
It’s creamy, tangy, and super easy to whip up.
Perfect for veggies, chips, or even spread on toast.
Trust me, you’ll want to make this one again and again. Let’s dive in!
| Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 0-5 minutes |
| Total Time | 10-20 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups plain cottage cheese
- 3-4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice from 1/2 lemon (add more if required)
- 1 teaspoon za’atar (plus more for garnish, as desired)
- 8 mint leaves (for garnish)
- Marinated olives (as preferred)
- Marinated peppers (as preferred)
- Toasted pine nuts (to taste)
- Toasted chickpeas (to taste)
- Crushed red pepper or aleppo pepper (for heat, as desired)
- Assorted fresh herbs like parsley, mint, or basil (to taste)
Step 1: Gather Ingredients
Collect all the ingredients you will need:
– 1.5 cups cottage cheese
– 3-4 oz crumbled feta cheese
– 1-2 crushed garlic cloves
– Juice of 1 lemon (start with half)
– 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
– 1 teaspoon za’atar
– A few fresh mint leaves
Step 2: Combine Ingredients
If you are using a food processor, add the cottage cheese, crumbled feta, crushed garlic, half of the lemon juice, olive oil, and za’atar into the processor’s bowl.
Pulse briefly to combine the ingredients and then process until smooth.
Taste the mixture and adjust with more lemon juice or olive oil if needed for preferred consistency and flavor.
If preparing the dip by hand, place the cottage cheese in a mixing bowl.
Crumble the feta on top and add the crushed garlic, za’atar, half the lemon juice, and olive oil.
Mix well using a fork until the ingredients are evenly distributed and the mixture is smooth.
Step 3: Prepare for Serving
Once the dip is well combined and smooth, transfer it to a serving platter.
Using a spoon, spread the dip out and create peaks and valleys on the surface, giving it an appealing texture.
Step 4: Garnish the Dip
Sprinkle some additional za’atar over the top of the dip for extra flavor and visual appeal.
Drizzle a bit more extra virgin olive oil over the surface for a glossy finish.
Step 5: Add Optional Toppings
Enhance the dip by adding your choice of toppings such as finely chopped fresh mint leaves, marinated olives, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
Serve and enjoy your flavorful cottage cheese and feta dip!
