Fried Pickle Dip
Pickle lovers unite, this High Protein Fried Pickle Dip is a must make! Loaded with protein using cottage cheese and greek yogurt this delicious and easy-to-make dip is the perfect addition to any party, game night, or even just a midday snack. Plus, it's a great way to use up any extra pickles you may have in your fridge.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 130kcal
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 1 cup low fat cottage cheese 220g
- 3/4 cup nonfat plain 0% Greek yogurt 170g
- 8 oz. 1/3 less fat cream cheese softened
- 2 tbsp. pickle juice
- 2 cups dill pickle rounds chopped
- 2 tbsp. fresh dill chopped
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. pepper
Dippers
- vegetables
- crackers
- pita chips
- pita bread
Instructions
- Add the butter to a saucepan and melt over medium high heat. Add the panko breadcrumbs to the pan and coat with the melted butter. Continue to cook for a couple of minutes, just until the breadcrumbs are slightly browned.
- Add cottage cheese, greek yogurt, cream cheese, pickle juice, pickles, dill, garlic powder, salt and pepper to the mixing bowl. Add half of the breadcrumb mixture and mix everything together until thoroughly combined. Place it in the fridge covered to set for at least one hour before serving to let it thicken up and the flavors meld together.
- When ready to serve, top with the remaining browned breadcrumbs, fresh dill and serve with vegetables, crackers or pitas.
Notes
- Nutrition facts are an estimate and will change with any substitutions.
- Serving size: 107g is a heaping 1/3 cup.
- Use full-fat yogurt for a creamier dip.
- Add hot sauce, red pepper flakes or even a little buffalo sauce for a little spice.
Nutrition
Serving: 107g | Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 731mg | Potassium: 198mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 612IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 1mg
