Why Cottage Cheese Is Super Healthy and Nutritious

Cottage cheese is low in calories but very high in protein and healthy nutrients. This article explains why cottage cheese is so good for you.
If you think you don't like cottage cheese, try it blended! We make a super easy snack that delivers flavor and nutrition using cottage cheese and ranch seasoning. 1/2 cup of cottage cheese has about 14 grams of protein. Dip your favorite veggies or chips and crunch away. Recipe below, let us know what you think! Whipped Ranch Cottage Cheese Dip Active: 5 min Total: 5 min Equipment: Food processor or blender. Make Ahead: Refrigerate for up to 3 days. You only need two ingredients to make this incredibly tasty dip. Serve it with your favorite vegetables and chips for an instant party snack, or use it as a spread on your next wrap or sandwich. 2 cups cottage cheese, preferably no-salt-added 1 1-ounce packet dry ranch dip mix or 2 ½ tablespoons dry ranch seasoning blend Peppers, carrots, cucumbers, and chips for serving 1. Blend cottage cheese and ranch dip mix in a blender or food processor until smooth. Serve with peppers, carrots, cucumbers, and chips as desired. Serves 8 Serving size: ¼ cup each Recipe by: Breana Killeen, MPH, RD Healthline content is strictly informational and should not be considered medical advice. See a licensed medical professional for diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Opinions expressed in this video may not reflect those of Healthline Media.