Protein Queso Dip

If you love queso but want a lighter, protein-packed version you can feel good about scooping up, this dip is about to become your new obsession. Creamy, flavorful, and so versatile—you won’t even believe it’s made with cottage cheese. Yep, that secret high-protein hero is what takes this queso to the next level!

- 6 servings: 155 calories, 17 g protein
- 8 servings: 116 calories, 13 g protein

6 servings → about ⅞ cup (a little under 1 cup) per serving
8 servings → about ⅔ cup per serving

Ingredients You’ll Need

Cottage cheese (I love using Good Culture for the best creamy texture and extra protein)
Taco seasoning (Siete or Dak’s Spices Taco Knight are my go-tos for clean, flavorful seasoning blends)
Rotel tomatoes (for that perfect kick of spice and zesty tomato flavor)
Shredded cheese (I use Sargento’s reduced-fat Mexican blend to keep it cheesy but lighter)
Water or Fairlife fat-free milk (helps blend it into smooth, dippable perfection)
Salsa & fresh cilantro (the finishing touches that bring it all together)

Why This Queso Is Better for You

Cottage Cheese – Packed with protein, calcium, and probiotics, it makes this queso creamy without needing heavy cream or butter.
Taco Seasoning – Clean brands like Siete and Dak’s skip the additives, giving you bold flavor without junky fillers.
Rotel Tomatoes – Adds flavor and a little spice with antioxidants like lycopene from the tomatoes.
Shredded Cheese – A reduced-fat blend still gives that melty, cheesy goodness but with fewer calories and fat.
Fairlife Fat-Free Milk – Higher in protein than regular milk and ultra-filtered for extra creaminess.
Salsa & Cilantro – Salsa adds brightness while cilantro packs antioxidants and a fresh flavor boost.

Healthy Ways to Enjoy Your Protein Queso

This queso is so versatile, it’s not just for dipping (though that’s obviously a must). Try it with:

Protein chips or veggies – Wilde protein chips, Quest chips, bell pepper strips, cucumbers, or celery.
Taco or burrito bowls – Drizzle it on top of lean ground chicken, rice, and beans.
Egg scrambles or omelets – Use it as a cheesy topping instead of traditional shredded cheese.
Burgers or sandwiches – Spread a little on top of a grilled chicken sandwich or burger.
Loaded baked potatoes – Swap sour cream for a scoop of this queso to keep it lighter and higher in protein.

Final Thoughts

This dip is everything you love about queso but made with ingredients that love you back. Whether you’re hosting game day, meal-prepping for the week, or just need a quick high-protein snack, this protein queso dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser.

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