High Protein Cottage Cheese & Roasted Red Pepper Dip Recipe
This High Protein Cottage Cheese & Roasted Red Pepper Dip is a creamy, flavorful dip that combines the rich protein-packed goodness of cottage cheese with the smoky sweetness of roasted red peppers and a hint of smoked paprika. Perfect as a nutritious snack or appetizer, it pairs beautifully with fresh vegetables, crackers, or mini toasts for a healthy and delicious treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Olive oil (for drizzling over the pepper)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Roast the red pepper: Drizzle the red bell pepper lightly with olive oil. Roast it in an air fryer or conventional oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes if using an air fryer, or 20–25 minutes if using an oven, until the pepper is soft and the skin is blistered and slightly charred.
- Let it cool and peel: Allow the roasted red pepper to cool for a few minutes. Then, peel off the skin carefully, remove the seeds and stem, and set the roasted pepper aside.
- Blend it up: Combine the cottage cheese, smoked paprika, roasted red pepper, garlic clove, salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend for about 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Plate and finish: Spoon the dip into a serving bowl. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of extra smoked paprika, some chili flakes, and chopped chives for added flavor and color.
- Serve it up: Serve the dip with crunchy vegetable sticks like cucumber and carrot, or with mini toasts and crackers. This versatile dip complements a wide range of snacks.
Notes
- If you don’t have an air fryer, roasting the pepper in a conventional oven works equally well.
- Peeling the pepper skin after roasting enhances the dip’s texture, making it smoother and less bitter.
- Adjust the amount of smoked paprika and garlic to suit your taste preferences.
- For extra kick, sprinkle in chili flakes or add a small pinch when blending.
- Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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