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Roasted Garlic Cottage Cheese Dip

Roasted garlic cottage cheese dip in white dip bowl with crackers
This creamy roasted garlic cottage cheese dip is rich, savory, and naturally high in protein. Roasting the garlic in ghee brings out a mellow, slightly sweet flavor that blends beautifully with smooth cottage cheese for a simple but flavorful dip.
Inna
Prep Time 5 minutes
Garlic roasting time 25 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 garlic bulb (for baking in ghee)
  • 1 tablespoon ghee
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Roast the garlic.
    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
    Cut the top off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Place it in a small oven-safe dish and spoon the ghee over the garlic. Roast for 25-30 minutes, until the cloves are soft and fragrant. Let cool slightly, then squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins.
  • Blend the cottage cheese.
    Add the cottage cheese to a bowl or container and blend using an immersion blender until smooth. Let it sit for about 30 seconds, then blend again briefly to achieve a creamier texture.
  • Add remaining ingredients.
    Add the roasted garlic cloves, whole grain mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, parsley, and oregano.
  • Blend until creamy.
    Blend again until the dip is smooth and well combined. Scrape the sides if needed to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
  • Taste and adjust.
    Taste the dip and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more lemon juice for brightness or additional salt or pepper to taste.
  • Serve.
    Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.

Notes

  • Blending the cottage cheese first helps create a much smoother dip texture.
  • An immersion blender works best, but a small food processor or blender can also be used.
  • This dip pairs well with fresh vegetables, crackers, toasted bread, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.
  • Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Stir before serving if it thickens slightly.
  • I do not recommend freezing this dip because cottage cheese has a delicate structure and freezing might cause the dip to separate once thawed.