3 Ingredient Cottage Cheese Ranch Vegetable Dip Recipe (2024)

This creamy vegetable ranch dip is made with only 3 ingredients: cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and ranch dressing mix. Mix it all together in a blender for a smooth and creamy ranch dip that pairs perfectly with fresh vegetables!

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Looking for a healthy and high-protein dip that’s perfect for game day, after-school snacks, or any gathering where you need a flavorful and nutritious option? Our Whipped Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip is a popular choice that’s sure to please. With simple ingredients and a tangy flavor reminiscent of classic ranch dressing, it’s a fantastic dip to pair with fresh veggies or potato chips.

To whip up this easy cottage cheese dip recipe, you’ll need a food processor to achieve that smooth and creamy texture. Start with a container of cottage cheese, either full-fat or fat-free, depending on your preference. Cottage cheese is not only a great base for this dip but also offers benefits like promoting strong bones due to its high calcium content.

This whipped cottage cheese dip is not only low in calories but also high in protein, making it a nutritious choice for health-conscious snackers. Plus, it’s versatile; you can serve it with an array of fresh veggies for a healthy veggie dip or with crispy potato chips for a more indulgent treat. Store any leftovers in an airtight container or mason jar for next time.

We have a lot of delicious recipes for vegetable dips (our mom’s Vegetable Dill Dip is my absolute favorite!) I wanted to create something a little lighter for our veggies and after making this 3 Ingredient Cottage Cheese Ranch Vegetable Dip I don’t think I’ll use another recipe ever again!

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How to make 3 Ingredient Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip:

The 3 ingredients that you need to make this dip are:

  • low fat cottage cheese (I used 2%)
  • low fat plain Greek yogurt (make sure it’s plain and not vanilla!)
  • 1 packet of dry ranch dressing mix
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There are 2 different ways to make this dip.

The first way is to add the cottage cheese and Greek yogurt to a blender and blend until smooth, then mix in the dry ranch dressing mix. This way will give you a smooth and creamy dip (this is the way that I prefer it).

The second way is just to add all the ingredients to a big bowl and mix until it’s all mixed together. This method will leave you with a bumpy texture from the cottage cheese, but some people prefer it this way.

Both ways taste delicious and you can’t go wrong with either method!

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Nutrition facts of this dip:

This dip makes about 15 servings. Each serving has 45 calories, 0.6 grams of fat, 2.5 grams of carbs and 7.1 grams of protein.

This dip is a GREAT source of protein!!!

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Because yogurt and cottage cheese nutrition facts vary with different brands, you will want to calculate the nutrition facts to get the exact numbers.

This calculator is my favorite to use when calculating nutrition (it’s free!).

Vegetables to dip in 3 Ingredient Cottage Cheese Ranch Vegetable Dip:

  • carrot sticks or baby carrots
  • celery sticks
  • broccoli florets
  • cauliflower florets
  • cherry tomatoes
  • black olives
  • sugar snap peas
  • cucumber slices
  • sliced bell peppers
  • mini bell peppers
  • pita bread, crackers, rice cakes, and tortilla chips are also great to dip in this dip!

Related recipe: If you love veggie dips like this, you’ll love our Cowboy Dip, too! Get the recipe HERE.

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Other vegetable dips to try:

  • Garden Vegetable Dip
  • Greek Yogurt Ranch Vegetable Dip
  • Greek Goddess Vegetable Dip
  • Creamy Italian Vegetable Dip
  • Cowboy Dip
  • Fresh Spinach Dip
  • Easy Cream Cheese Vegetable Dip

Serves: 15

3 Ingredient Cottage Cheese Vegetable Dip Recipe

4.50 from 4 votes

This creamy vegetable ranch dip is made with only 3 ingredients: cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and ranch dressing mix.

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups low fat cottage cheese
  • 1 cup low fat plain greek yogurt
  • 1 ounce dry ranch dressing mix
  • 1 cup baby carrots optional
  • 3 stalks celery optional
  • 1 cup broccoli florets optional
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets optional
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas optional

Instructions

  • In a blender, combine the cottage cheese and Greek yogurt; blend until smooth.

  • Pour contents into a large bowl and fold in dry ranch dressing packet. Mix until completely incorporated.

  • Serve with your favorite fresh vegetables (such as carrot sticks, celery sticks, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, bell pepper slices, broccoli, cauliflower, sugar snap peas, etc).

  • If you don't have a blender, you can mix all ingredients together in a bowl by hand. It won't be as creamy and will have a bumpy texture from the cottage cheese, but it's still delicious!

  • Note: Nutrition info does not include vegetables for dipping.

Notes

  • pita bread, crackers, rice cakes, and tortilla chips are also great to dip in this dip!

Nutrition

Calories: 92 kcal · Carbohydrates: 9 g · Protein: 11 g · Fat: 1 g · Saturated Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 4 mg · Sodium: 539 mg · Potassium: 223 mg · Fiber: 2 g · Sugar: 5 g · Vitamin A: 2517 IU · Vitamin C: 24 mg · Calcium: 92 mg · Iron: 1 mg

Equipment

  • blender

Recipe Details

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

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  1. Shannon says:

    This is outstanding - I love veggies and dip, but the calories in the dip, not so much. I'm training for a race in June and need to eat high-protien. I cannot thank you enough for posting this. It is more delicious and creamy than the sour cream based dip I usually make, and tastier than the sole yogurt base I've tried. I bet this combo of cottage cheese and yogurt would make an awesome tzatziki!

  2. Stacey says:

    This recipe is so clever and tasty! Ranch dressings just with yogurt aren't great but adding the cottage cheese made the texture yummy. I used fat-free cottage cheese/yogurt and added a bit of creole seasoning and garlic b/c I like stronger flavors than the ranch pack offers, but this is so tasty!

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  3. Connie figgins says:

    Is the dry ranch dressing gf?

  4. Momma Cyd says:

    Not sure if it's Gluten Free.

  5. Kim says:

    Connie, Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix is GF.

  6. Kim says:

    I love a dip with less calories, thank you! This turned out yummy.

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  7. Kim says:

    I also just tried making this with Hidden Valley Fiesta mix and it turned out yummy too. I will say I liked it better when I did it the blender. It’s more creamy. This time I just did it with a hand mixer because I wanted to see the difference.

  8. Terry says:

    I am allergic to dairy. I can eat goat cheese (hard or chevee) and sheep feta cheese. Do you have any recommendations on substitutes?

  9. Momma Cyd says:

    You can easily substitute the dairy with cheeses that you are not allergic too. The taste will be totally different that this recipe because the cheeses will have been switched out.

  10. Miriam says:

    Help! love the taste but it turned out watery. How to make it thicker? I thought about more greek yogurt but am terrified of messing with recipe

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  11. Momma Cyd says:

    We haven't had a problem with it being watery. Be sure to drain off excess liquid with your cottage cheese first and see if that helps. We used the 2%.

  12. Cyndi F says:

    This was awesome! It's better tasting and healthier for you than the regular Ranch Dip! I really can't tell the difference between the regular full fat dip and this one - I used low fat cottage cheese and zero fat Greek yogurt.

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3 Ingredient Cottage Cheese Ranch Vegetable Dip Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Can I turn cottage cheese into sour cream? ›

Cottage Cheese

It's also perfect as a sour cream substitute with quite a bit less fat than the original. To get a similar consistency and taste to sour cream, add ¼ cup milk and 2 teaspoons of lemon juice to 1 cup of small curd cottage cheese.

Is there a difference between ranch dressing and ranch dip? ›

Ranch dressing is a creamy, tangy, and herb-infused dressing commonly used as a topping for salads, as a dip for vegetables, or as a condiment for various dishes. What is ranch dip? Ranch dip is a thicker, more concentrated version of ranch dressing, specifically designed for dipping purposes.

What vegetables are good to dip in ranch? ›

Anything such as carrots, celery stalks, radishes, cauliflower florets, cucumber, snap peas, broccoli florets, or different kinds of peppers work great - simply peel or cut them and store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Is Hidden Valley Ranch dip mix the same as dressing mix? ›

Certainly. It's all about what texture you're going for. Use the dip mix if you prefer a thicker dressing, or the pourable dressing as dip if you prefer a smoother, creamier texture. In a bowl, combine 1 cup milk and 1 cup mayonnaise with 3 tablespoons of Hidden Valley® mix.

How to make heavy cream with cottage cheese? ›

Cottage cheese can be a protein- and nutrient-rich substitute for heavy cream. Combine equal parts cottage cheese and milk and blend until all lumps are removed. You can use this mixture in place of the same amount of heavy cream in recipes in which the flavor is compatible.

What is healthier, sour cream or cottage cheese? ›

What's more, cottage cheese is much lower in calories and fat and higher in protein than sour cream. Half a cup (105 g) contains 88 calories, 2.5 g of fat, and 11.5 g of protein. For reference, half a cup (120 g) of sour cream contains 238 calories, 23 g of fat, and just 3 g of protein ( 9 , 11 ).

What ranch does Chick-fil-A use? ›

8oz Garden Herb Ranch Sauce.

Why does Hidden Valley Ranch taste different? ›

The ranch packet has a fresher taste, because you add your own mayo and milk. Even though all the herbs and spices in the mix are dried, they rehydrate quickly and leave you with a product that feels homemade. This version of Hidden Valley Ranch is more flavorful than the bottled version and much, much thicker.

What kind of ranch dressing do most restaurants use? ›

It's no secret that Hidden Valley Ranch is a staple ingredient in many homemade ranch dressings, but did you know that restaurants also rely on this classic brand? According to several chefs I spoke with, Hidden Valley Ranch provides the perfect balance of tanginess and creaminess that customers love.

What makes ranch taste better? ›

If you don't have time or inclination to make your dressing from scratch, but you want that elevated restaurant-style ranch, think about zhuzhing up the bottled version with things like finely chopped shallot or scallion, a clove of minced fresh garlic, a splash of buttermilk or dollop of sour cream if you have them ...

Is dipping carrots in ranch healthy? ›

Carrots and Celery with Ranch Dressing

Dipping these veggies in some ranch dressing can make it more satisfying and delicious, but keep in mind that not all ranch dressing is considered healthy. Look for a healthier, lower-fat option when picking ranch dressing if you want to avoid saturated fats and sodium.

Why is there a shortage on Hidden Valley Ranch? ›

However, the actual reason for the shortage is even weirder — and illuminates a troubling reality about our country's food supply chain. It all starts with an August cybersecurity attack at Clorox. It all starts with an August cybersecurity attack at Clorox.

How long does ranch dip last in the fridge? ›

Once the dip container has been opened, we recommend consuming the dip within about 10-14 days for optimum flavor and freshness and follow the “refrigerate after opening” instructions on the label.

Do dry dip mixes expire? ›

Our dry dip mixes will keep just as well as the spices in your cupboard. Over time, they may lose a little of their color or potency. We recommend you consume your dip mixes within 1 year for best results.

What do I use if I don't have sour cream? ›

Yogurt is your best substitute for sour cream. Whether you're baking or making a dip or sauce, yogurt is a 1:1 sub. That means if your recipe calls for 1 cup of sour cream, you can replace it with 1 cup of yogurt.

Can cottage cheese be sour? ›

And it won't be hard to tell, since cottage cheese that's gone bad will have a distinctly sour taste—not the slight tang this cheese is known for, but rather a very unpleasant sourness that you'll want to immediately spit out.

Is there a way to turn cream cheese into sour cream? ›

Soften cream cheese at room temperature or in the microwave. Then add enough milk or cream to thin it out to your desired consistency. You may also want to add lemon juice or vinegar to boost the acidic flavor.

How to thicken blended cottage cheese? ›

You can add a small amount of Greek yogurt or sour cream to the whipped cottage cheese and blend it together to thicken it up. Adding Greek yogurt can get the cottage cheese to be a lot smoother and even in consistency, making it perfect for dips and spreads.

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