High Protein Pickle Dip
An easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer you may not want to share!
I love pickles, so naturally I’m always looking for new ways to eat them. This High-Protein Pickle Dip is my latest obsession. A savory, salty appetizer (with a few secret ingredients) that will have everyone hovering around the snack table asking for the recipe.
The best part? You only need 15 minutes to whip it together. It’s creamy, packed with protein, and delivers that tangy pickle flavor in every bite. Whether you’re hosting or just making a snack for yourself, this is one dip people won’t stop talking about.
You’ll need a blender or food processor for this recipe. I used the smaller attachment from my favorite Beast Health Blender. Blend the cottage cheese with the pickle juice until it reaches a thick, whipped consistency. Be careful not to thin it out too much, or the dip can become watery. If it does end up too thin, you can easily thicken it by blending in a bit more cottage cheese.
My flavor hack for this dip is adding pickled banana peppers and jalapeños alongside the pickles. They bring a subtle kick and extra depth of flavor without overpowering the dip. Fresh dill and ranch seasoning tie everything together, making each bite better than the last.
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Prep time: 15 mintues
Ingredients:
For the dip:
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
3–6 tbsp pickle juice*
1/4 cup pickles, finely diced
5–6 pickled banana pepper slices, finely diced
5–6 pickled jalapeño slices, finely diced
1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
1 tsp ranch seasoning (I used Harmony Blends)
Black pepper, to taste
*Note: The amount of pickle juice needed may vary depending on the brand and thickness of the cottage cheese you use.
For serving:
2 tbsp breadcrumbs
1 tsp olive oil
Pretzel thins
Potato chips
Carrot sticks
Steps:
Add cottage cheese and 3 tablespoons of pickle juice to a blender. Blend until smooth and whipped. If needed, add additional pickle juice 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Transfer whipped cottage cheese to a bowl and stir in Greek yogurt, pickles, banana peppers, jalapeños, dill, ranch seasoning, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
Heat olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and toast, stirring frequently, until golden and crispy.
Sprinkle toasted breadcrumbs over the dip just before serving.
Serve with pretzels, chips, and/or carrot sticks.