Description
Enjoy a delightful blend of flavors with our High-Protein Fried Pickle Dip! This easy-to-make appetizer features cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and dill pickles, creating a tasty treat perfect for gatherings or a quick snack. Ideal for food lovers seeking a homemade, health-conscious option that delivers on flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese, 2% works great
- ½ cup plain nonfat greek yogurt
- ¾ cup finely chopped dill pickles
- 1–2 tablespoons pickle juice, to taste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried dill, or 1 tablespoon fresh, finely chopped
- Pinch of black pepper
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs, gluten-free if needed
- 1 teaspoon butter or olive oil
- Optional: pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika
Instructions
- Blend the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Transfer the smooth cottage cheese to a bowl and mix in the Greek yogurt, chopped pickles, pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, and black pepper until well combined.
- In a small skillet, toast the panko with butter or oil over medium heat, stirring frequently until it turns golden and crispy (about 2–3 minutes) then remove from heat.
- Spoon the dip into a serving bowl and top with the toasted panko.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika on top before serving.
This dip can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg