Description
This Viral TikTok Cottage Cheese Queso Dip is a high-protein, creamy, and cheesy snack made with cottage cheese, Mexican cheese blend, green chiles, and taco seasoned ground beef. It’s a quick and satisfying dip that pairs perfectly with tortilla chips or fresh veggies, ideal for parties or a nutritious snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ½ pound lean ground beef
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 4.5 ounces diced green chiles (1 can)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup Mexican cheese blend, shredded
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Serving
- Chopped cilantro
- Tortilla chips
- Chopped veggies
Instructions
- Cook ground beef mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the lean ground beef, chopped onion, and diced green chiles together. Stir and cook until the beef is browned and onions are softened. Drain any excess grease. Then add the taco seasoning, garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and set aside.
- Blend cheese base: In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, Mexican cheese blend, and water. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
- Heat cheese dip: Pour the blended cheese mixture into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Heat until the dip is hot, creamy, and smooth.
- Combine and season: Add the cooked ground beef mixture to the warmed cheese dip and stir thoroughly to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt if necessary.
- Serve: Serve the queso dip immediately garnished with chopped cilantro, accompanied by your favorite tortilla chips or fresh chopped vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Vegetarian option: Omit the ground beef and serve the dip cold with raw veggies for a vegetarian-friendly snack.
- Storage: Best enjoyed immediately. You can refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheating may alter the dip's consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
