If you love hummus but want a higher-protein, extra creamy twist, then give this cottage cheese hummus a try. By blending canned chickpeas with cottage cheese, a spoonful of tahini, garlic, lemon, olive oil, and a splash of water, you get a silky, smooth dip that's packed with protein and perfect for meal prep.
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This high protein cottage cheese hummus recipe keeps everything you love about traditional hummus, but boosts the protein by quite a bit, thanks to cottage cheese. And you would never know it is in there! Seriously, don't knock it until you try it. It makes the smoothest hummus and packs 4 grams of protein per portion.
It blends super smooth, has an amazing fresh and lemony flavour with a punch of garlic, and works as a dip, spread, sandwich base, or protein boost in chicken/salmon bowls.
We also love it on family snacking boards (a great way to get kids to try some new veggies), in lunchboxes, or a post-workout snack
Looking for more healthy dip recipes? Why not try our high protein Edamame Hummus, creamy Cottage Cheese Tzatziki or our delicious Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip?
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Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Chickpeas - Use a drained can of chickpeas (also calle garbanzo beans). You can rinse them to remove excess sodium. You can use another bean if you prefer, and butter beans work really well.
- Cottage cheese - The quality of cottage cheese you use is important in this high protein hummus. We love Longley Farm, as it is so thick and creamy. Using full fat will give you the best results, but you can use fat free to make this lighter.
- Oil - A good quality olive oil.
- Tahini - Gives that classic, nutty flavour.
Variations
Roasted Red Pepper Cottage Cheese Hummus - Blend in ½ cup roasted red peppers for a slightly sweet, smoky flavor. Really good with some extra paprika too.
Spicy Harissa Version - Add 1-2 teaspoons Harissa Paste or chilli flakes for heat.
Everything Bagel Hummus - Stir in or sprinkle Homemade Everything Bagel Seasoning on top.
How To Make Cottage Cheese Hummus
Step 1
Put all of the ingredients into a food processor.
Step 2
Blend for around 4-5 minutes to get a super smooth, creamy texture. You may need to scrape the sides down.
Step 3
Spoon into a bowl and use the back of the spoon to create a swirl effect. Drizzle with extra olive oil and top with fresh parsley, and a sprinkle of paprika.
Serving Suggestions
I love finishing this cottage cheese hummus off with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of paprika (cumin is also good), and then some chopped fresh parsley.
Then you need something to dip into it. We went with some Lebanese flatbreads and cucumber slices. But carrot sticks and pepper slices would work too. Why not try our Homemade Crackers or Homemade Flatbreads?
It's great to use as a spread on wraps and sandwiches too (like our Loaded Hummus Sandwich), or a base layer in grain bowls. I like to add a dollop on grilled chicken or roasted vegetables
Cottage Cheese Hummus Meal Prep and Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
The texture may thicken slightly after chilling. You can just stir in a teaspoon of water or fresh lemon juice before serving to loosen.
I like to portion it into small containers for grab-and-go snacks or lunchboxes. Especially if I have prepped some cucumber and carrot sticks too.
Freezing is possible, but the texture may change slightly due to the cottage cheese. If freezing, store in a sealed container for up to 2 months and thaw overnight in the fridge. Stir well before serving.
Dannii's Top Tips
- For extra smooth hummus, you can remove the skins of the chickpeas before blending everything.
- Blend the hummus for longer than you think, as that extra 1-2 minutes will give you really creamy cottage cheese hummus.
- Add the water 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.
- For an extra-smooth finish, blend the cottage cheese first on its own before adding the chickpeas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not strongly, no. Once blended, it becomes smooth and it doesn't really have a taste anyway, simply adding creaminess and protein.
Yes. You can skip it or replace with a small spoon of Greek yogurt, cream cheese, or extra olive oil. The flavor will change slightly but it's a great way to add it to school lunch boxes if tahini isn't allowed at your school or you have an allergy to sesame.
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Recipe
High Protein Cottage Cheese Hummus
Ingredients
- 240 g (1.5 cups) Chickpeas - canned; drained weight
- 130 g (0.5 cup) Fat free cottage cheese
- 1 tablespoon Tahini
- 2 Garlic cloves - crushed
- 1 Lemon - juice only
- 1 pinch Sea salt
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 3 tablespoon Water
Instructions
- Put all of the ingredients into a food processor.
- Blend for around 4-5 minutes to get it super smooth. You may need to scrape the sides down.
- Spoon into a bowl and use the back of the spoon to create a swirl effect. Drizzle with extra olive oil and top with fresh parsley, and a sprinkle of paprika.
Recipe Tips
- For extra smooth hummus, you can remove the skins of the chickpeas before blending everything.
- Blend the hummus for longer than you think, as that extra 1-2 minutes will give you really creamy cottage cheese hummus.
- Add the water 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.
- For an extra-smooth finish, blend the cottage cheese first on its own before adding the chickpeas.
Nutritional Information
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The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
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