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High Protein Dip

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  • Author: Paul Moreau
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizers

Description

Creamy Greek yogurt, chickpeas and tahini whirl into a velvety dip bursting with garlicky warmth and bright lemon zing.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 15 ounce chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley


Instructions

  1. Combine Greek yogurt cottage cheese chickpeas tahini garlic lemon juice cumin salt and pepper in a food processor.
  2. Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
  4. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
  5. Serve immediately with vegetable sticks, pita chips, or whole grain crackers.

Notes

  • Use nonfat or low-fat Greek yogurt to boost protein while keeping the fat content lower.
  • For extra protein and creaminess add a scoop of unflavored whey protein powder before blending.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Try adding roasted red peppers or a pinch of smoked paprika for a flavor twist.