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Cucumber Cottage Cheese Dip Recipe

Cucumber Cottage Cheese Dip Recipe
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A refreshing and creamy cucumber cottage cheese dip that combines the tangy flavors of feta and lime with the aromatic hint of sumac and fresh basil, perfect as a healthy appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Dairy

  • 16 ounces cottage cheese
  • 4 ounces feta cheese

Produce

  • 2 cups cucumbers, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1/2 teaspoon sumac
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Others

  • 2–4 tablespoons water
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Blend Cottage Cheese and Feta: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, feta cheese, and 2 tablespoons of water. Blend until smooth, adding more water if needed to achieve your preferred consistency.
  2. Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the sliced cucumbers, sumac, crushed red pepper, salt, black pepper, chopped basil, olive oil, and lime juice. Pulse the mixture until creamy yet still slightly textured to maintain some bite from the cucumbers.
  3. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, lime juice, or spices according to your preference to balance flavors perfectly.
  4. Chill the Dip: Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to chill thoroughly.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the chilled cucumber cottage cheese dip with pita chips, fresh vegetable sticks, or use it as a flavorful spread for sandwiches and wraps.

Notes

  • If you prefer a thinner consistency, gradually add more water or olive oil while blending.
  • Sumac can be found in Middle Eastern or specialty spice stores; it adds a lemony tang to the dip.
  • For a vegan alternative, substitute the dairy cheeses with plant-based cream cheese and tofu.
  • This dip can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper to control the dip’s spiciness according to taste.

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Keywords: cucumber dip, cottage cheese dip, feta dip, healthy appetizer, Mediterranean dip, vegetarian dip, sumac dip

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