From Chocolate Recipes by David Nagy · Food & Beverage

Creamy High Protein Dips

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  1. Crunchy Honey-Almond Dip: Combine 2 cups nonfat cottage cheese, ½ cup unsalted sliced almonds, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons honey in a food processor. Process until mostly smooth, about 5 seconds. This ensures the dip maintains a creamy texture with a delightful crunch from the almonds. Serve with 3 cups fresh apple slices. Nutrition Info: Calories 109, Fat 3g, Saturated Fat 0g, Cholesterol 3mg, Carbohydrates 14g, Total Sugars 11g, Added Sugars 4g, Protein 8g, Fiber 2g, Sodium 206mg, Potassium 90mg.
  2.  Cheesy Taco Dip: Combine 2 cups nonfat cottage cheese, ½ cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese and 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium taco seasoning in a food processor. Process until just blended, about 5 seconds. Serve with 3 cups celery sticks. Nutrition Info: Calories 55, Fat 0g, Saturated Fat 0g, Cholesterol 4mg, Carbohydrates 5g, Total Sugars 3g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 8g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 342mg, Potassium 102mg.
  3. Peanut Butter & Chocolate Dip: Combine 2 cups nonfat cottage cheese, 3 tablespoons cocoa powder and ¼ cup peanut butter in a food processor. If you prefer a sweeter taste, add 1 tablespoon agave syrup. Process until smooth and creamy, about 5 seconds. Serve with 3 cups fresh strawberries. Nutrition Info: Calories 116, Fat 5g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 3mg, Carbohydrates 12g, Total Sugars 7g, Added Sugars 2g, Protein 9g, Fiber 2g, Sodium 240mg, Potassium 159mg.
  4. Spicy Sriracha-Feta Dip: Combine 2 cups nonfat cottage cheese, ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese and 1 ½ tablespoons Sriracha in a food processor. Process until blended, about 5 seconds. Serve with 3 cups cucumber slices. Nutrition Info: Calories 61, Fat 1g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 8mg, Carbohydrates 5g, Total Sugars 3g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 8g, Fiber 0g, Sodium 340mg, Potassium 73mg.