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high protein dijon dressing with cottage cheese

High-Protein Dijon Dressing

5 from 1 vote
Servings: 3 servings
Carbs: 3g
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This high protein dijon dressing made with cottage cheese is such a game-changer. It's creamy, versatile, higher protein, lower sugar, and easy to make at home.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 3 Tbsp water
  • Optional: fresh herbs dill, parsley, or chives

Instructions

  • Blend all ingredients until smooth.

Notes

Flavor Variations
Herby Green
  • Add 1–2 tablespoons fresh chopped herbs (dill, parsley, chives, or basil)
    Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Spicy Dijon
  • Add ¼–½ teaspoon smoked paprika or cayenne
    Optional: ½ teaspoon hot sauce
Creamy Avocado
  • Blend in 2–3 tablespoons ripe avocado
    Optional: reduce olive oil to ½ tablespoon if desired
Garlic & Herb
  • Increase garlic powder to 1 teaspoon or add 1 small roasted garlic clove
    Add ½ teaspoon dried or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, oregano, or rosemary
Mustard & Citrus Twist
  • Add 1–2 teaspoons lemon or orange zest
    Optional: replace vinegar with 1 teaspoon fresh orange juice for a fruity tang
Smoky Chipotle
  • Add ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder or smoked paprika
    Optional: ½ teaspoon lime juice
 
The nutrition facts presented here are estimates only. The brands you use and product types chosen can change the nutritional information presented. To obtain the most accurate nutritional information, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 87kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 657mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 3g
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

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