Garlic and Herb Cheese Spread (Healthy)
Looking for a healthy dip for veggies, chips, and crackers? You have to try this garlic and herb spread that is made with just 5 ingredients and whips up in a matter of minutes!
I am always looking for new easy dips to try! We eat a lot of these for snacks on the weekends and love serving them at parties and special occasions. I whip up this garlic herb dip all the time and I realized I have never shared it with you!
Before you turn your nose up at the cottage cheese, know that this is a secret ingredient when it’s blended! It’s so delicious and a healthier option for those who can’t get enough cheese, but still want to be nutritious.
If you haven’t tried my buffalo chicken dip, you are missing out! Cottage cheese is the secret ingredient in that recipe as well as my buffalo chicken pasta bake!
Have you seen the Philadelphia cream cheese spreads in the dairy section? They have a garden combination spread that is very similar to this dip recipe and my version is healthier. Plus, it’s definitely cheaper to make, which is a win in my book! So if you like those you will fall in love with this one!
Ingredients Needed
- cottage cheese
- cream cheese
- Romano cheese fresh grated – Can sub parmesan if needed
- garlic & herb seasoning
- fresh ground pepper
How to Make Healthy Vegetable Dip
Blend the cottage cheese on high in a blender until no lumps remain. Add the cream cheese, romano, herb seasoning, and ground pepper. Pulse until smooth.
Transfer to a container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Ways to Serve Garlic and Herb Cheese Spread
- With Veggies
- Crackers
- Pasta chips
- Pretzels
- Pita triangles
- Bagel chips
- As a spread on bagels
- Add the spread to mini bell peppers that have been sliced open
Tips for Making
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- If you are serving it for a special occasion you can make it a day in advance.
- Be sure you allow time for the cream cheese to soften at room temperature before blending. This is so it stays creamy instead of chunky.
- For more of a ranch-style dip, use a packet of ranch seasoning instead of a plain garlic and herb combo.
- To make the dip a thinner consistency, add a little water or coconut milk.
- Sub Everything But the Bagel Seasoning for the garlic and herb spices to make a whole different version of this dip.
More Healthy Dip Recipes:
- Dairy Free Buffalo Chicken Dip
- 49 Vegetarian Dips For Every Occasion
- Healthy Greek Yogurt French Onion Dip
Garlic and Herb Cheese Spread (Healthy)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese whipped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese room temperature
- 2 tbs Romano cheese fresh grated Can sub parmesan if needed
- 1 tbsp garlic & herb seasoning
- fresh ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese to a blender and blend on high until no lumps remain or desired consistency is reached. Add remaining ingredients to the blender and blend until smooth.
- Scoop into a container and cover.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour before serving with your favorite veggies or crackers.
