Dill Pickle Dip with Cottage Cheese
This Dill Pickle Dip with Cottage Cheese is a creamy, tangy, high-protein snack packed with bold dill pickle flavor. Ready in just 5 minutes, it's perfect for parties, game day, or healthy snack boards.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- food processor or blender (optional)
- spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 3/4 cup dill pickles, finely chopped and drained
- 2 tbsp pickle brine
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Finely chop dill pickles and press gently with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- For a smooth dip, blend cottage cheese in a food processor for 30–45 seconds until creamy. Skip if you prefer a chunky texture.
- Transfer cottage cheese to a mixing bowl. Stir in chopped pickles, pickle brine, fresh dill, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more brine, dill, pepper, or salt as needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to develop.
- Garnish with extra chopped dill or pickle slices and serve chilled with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
For best texture, drain chopped pickles thoroughly before mixing. Chill at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. For ultra-smooth dip, blend cottage cheese before combining.