This low calorie queso dip is one of my favorite recipes to make when I need to whip up a delicious and healthy appetizer on the fly. Not only is there practically no cooking required, but everything can be made in less than 10 minutes in 3 simple steps. So whether you're hosting a large gathering with friends or simply looking to make yourself a tasty snack, I guarantee you'll love this incredible low calorie dip.
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Why You'll Love This Healthy Queso Dip Recipe
- This recipe has fewer calories and more protein than traditional queso, with a whopping 15g of protein per serving!
- You only need one bowl and three ingredients to make this recipe. Plus, everything can be made in less than 10 minutes with zero cooking required. It doesn't get easier than that!
- It's crowd pleaser. This is the perfect recipe for when you need to make a delicious, healthy appetizer for your next gathering but don't want to slave all day in the kitchen. It's incredibly easy to make, and everyone will be asking for more.
- This recipe is simple to store and reheat, making it a great option for when you need to prepare an appetizer in advance or want to prep some snacks for the week.
Ingredients
- Cottage Cheese - for a creamy protein-rich base. I love using cottage cheese to add more protein to recipes, just like in this protein mac and cheese.
- Monterey Jack - shredded cheese works best.
- Taco Seasoning - I like to use the low sodium package.
How to Make Low Calorie Queso Dip
1. Combine ingredients
In a small microwave safe bowl, add the cottage cheese and taco seasoning and stir everything until evenly combined.
2. Add the cheese
Sprinkle the shredded Monterey jack cheese on top of the cottage cheese mixture. Then, place the bowl in the microwave and heat the mixture until the cheese is melted.
3. Finish and serve
Once the cheese has melted, remove the bowl from the microwave and use a silicone spatula to mix everything together, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed. Then I like to top my queso dip with diced tomatoes and serve with warm tortilla chips and fresh veggies.
Recipe Tips and Variations to Try
- For an irresistibly smooth texture, blend the cheese with an immersion blender.
- Make your own taco seasoning. I recommend using my homemade keto taco seasoning.
- Serve your low calorie queso dip with these healthy tortilla chips, or on a veggie tray with mini bell peppers, baby carrots, and celery sticks.
- Experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack cheese and cheddar cheese, or check out this list of high-protein cheeses.
- Blend your queso dip with a touch of Greek yogurt for an even creamier texture.
Storing and Reheating This Healthy Queso
In the fridge: If you have any leftovers, you can store your skinny queso dip in the fridge by wrapping the bowl in aluminum foil and refrigerating for 3-4 days.
In the freezer: For larger quantities of queso, you'll want to transfer the dip into a freezer safe container once it has completely cooled. You can then freeze the queso for up to 3 months.
Reheating: Using a microwave safe bowl, simply microwave any leftovers in intervals of 10 seconds until the queso has reached the desired temperature. If you need to reheat frozen queso, just be sure to allow the dip to defrost overnight before reheating.
More Low Calorie Recipes
- Low calorie pizza
- Low calorie bagels
- Low calorie turkey meatballs
- Low calorie banana bread
- Low calorie zucchini bread
Healthy Low Calorie Queso Dip (High Protein)
This low calorie queso dip is one of my favorite recipes to make when I need to whip up a delicious and healthy appetizer on the fly. Not only is there practically no cooking required, but everything can be made in less than 10 minutes in 3 simple steps. So whether you're hosting a large gathering with friends or simply looking to make yourself a tasty snack, I guarantee you'll love this incredible low calorie dip.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ¾ tablespoon low-sodium Taco seasoning
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese and Taco seasoning in a bowl.
- Stir well to combine
- Add Monterey Jack cheese and microwave until melted.
- Remove from the microwave and stir with a silicone spatula until well combined. You can also blend the cheese with an immersion blender for a smoother texture.
- Serve dip with tortilla chips or desired veggies.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size: ½ cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 114Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 854mgSugar: 3gProtein: 15g
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