Description

This creamy and flavorful Spinach Ranch Dip is perfect for any occasion. Made with a blend of cottage cheese, sour cream, and a zesty dry ranch seasoning, it’s packed with fresh spinach and crunchy carrots. Enjoy it chilled as a delicious and healthy appetizer alongside vegetables, crackers, or chips.

Ingredients

Dip Base

1 cup cottage cheese
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Vegetables

1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
1 carrot, peeled and chopped

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Instructions

Blend Ingredients. In a food processor, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, chopped onion, peeled garlic clove, dry ranch seasoning, and lemon juice. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated for maximum flavor.
Fold in Vegetables. Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl and gently fold in the thawed and thoroughly drained spinach along with the chopped carrot, maintaining the mix’s texture and adding a fresh crunch.
Chill the Dip. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip for at least 1 hour. This resting period allows the flavors to meld together, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Serve and Enjoy. Serve the chilled dip with an assortment of fresh vegetables, crackers, or chips as a delightful appetizer or snack for your guests.

Notes

Be sure to thoroughly drain the spinach to avoid excess moisture in the dip.
Feel free to adjust the ranch seasoning according to your taste preference.
This dip can be made a day ahead to deepen the flavors.
For a smoother texture, ensure the cottage cheese blends well in the food processor.
Serve with an assortment of dippers such as carrot sticks, celery, pita chips, or whole grain crackers.