Description

This Easy Cottage Cheese Queso Recipe proves that you can have your dip and eat it too, without the heavy cream or guilt. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you get a warm, creamy, protein-packed queso that comes together in minutes. Whether you’re dipping chips, spooning it over nachos, or loading it into a burrito bowl, this recipe is a game-changer.

Ingredients

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2 cups cottage cheese full-fat or fat-free
1 tbsp low-sodium taco seasoning
3/4 cup freshly shredded Mexican cheese or Colby jack cheese
1/2 cup black beans, rinsed
For topping: cilantro, onion, pico de gallo, jalapeño, extra shredded cheese, cherry tomatoes, or green chiles

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Instructions

In a blender, add the cottage cheese and taco seasoning and blend until smooth.
Add the smoothed mixture to a microwave-safe bowl and stir in the shredded cheese. Microwave in 30-second increments, stopping to stir between each, until the mixture is melted and smooth. This can take 60-80 seconds. Be careful not to overcook.
Fold in the black beans and top the queso with cilantro, red onion, or your favorite Mexican toppings. Serve with fresh vegetables or tortilla chips.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. They can be reheated in the microwave, oven, or on the stove until warmed through.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4–5 days.

When reheating, pop it in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each one until smooth and heated through.

You can also warm it on the stovetop over low heat. If it thickens too much, stir in a splash of milk or water to loosen it up.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute