Description
Creamy cottage cheese dip blends Mediterranean zaatar spices with fresh garden vegetables for a protein-packed snack. Zesty herbs and crisp vegetables create a delightful appetizer you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 ml) 2% cottage cheese
- 6 mini bell peppers (red, yellow, orange)
- 2 mini cucumbers
- 3 radishes
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon zaatar
Liquids and Oil:
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Transform cottage cheese into a creamy, herb-infused dip by thoroughly blending it with vibrant olive oil, freshly chopped dill, and aromatic zaatar spice blend.
- Select an elegant serving platter and artfully arrange a colorful medley of crisp mini bell peppers, cool sliced cucumbers, and peppery radishes around the dip.
- Transfer the zesty cottage cheese mixture into a decorative serving bowl, creating a visually appealing centerpiece for your appetizer spread.
- Enhance the presentation by delicately scattering additional fresh dill fronds across the surface of the dip, adding a final layer of texture and herbal brightness.
- Present the zaatar-spiced cottage cheese dip alongside the prepared vegetables, inviting guests to enjoy a healthy, protein-packed and visually stunning appetizer perfect for casual gatherings or sophisticated entertaining.
Notes
- Swap cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a tangy twist or use vegan alternatives like tofu-based spreads for a dairy-free option.
- Toast zaatar spice blend in a dry pan for 30 seconds to enhance its aromatic flavors and release deeper, nuttier undertones before mixing into the dip.
- Chill the dip for 30 minutes before serving to allow the herbs and spices to meld together,
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg