Description
This High-Protein Fried Pickle Dip is delightful with its creamy texture and tangy flavors. Made with low-fat cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, it’s perfect as a quick appetizer or snack for gatherings. Enjoy the crunch of toasted panko on top, making every bite mouthwatering and unforgettable.
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 it is completely smooth.
- Pour the blended cottage cheese into a bowl, then mix in Greek yogurt, chopped pickles, pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, and black pepper until well combined.
- Heat a small skillet over medium heat and toast the panko breadcrumbs with butter or oil until golden and crisp, stirring frequently for about 2–3 minutes.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and top it with the toasted panko breadcrumbs.
- Serve the dip immediately or refrigerate until it's time to enjoy.
Notes
Adjust the amount of pickle juice depending on your taste preference.
For extra crunch, consider adding more toasted panko just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
