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A creamy, protein-rich ranch dressing made with cottage cheese, fresh dill, pickle juice, and homemade ranch seasoning. This dressing is tangy, smooth, and perfect for salads, dips, and sandwiches.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 16 tablespoons (1 cup) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 tbsp homemade ranch seasoning
  • 1–2 tbsp milk of choice
  • 1 1/2 tbsp pickle juice
  • 5–6 pickle slices
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Add cottage cheese, homemade ranch seasoning, milk of choice, pickle juice, pickle slices, and fresh dill to a blender. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  2. Blend until smooth and silky, using a blender rather than a food processor for the creamiest texture.
  3. If the dressing is too thick, add a splash of milk or water and blend until desired consistency is reached.
  4. If the dressing is too thin or you want it thicker, reduce pickle juice or add more cottage cheese or Greek yogurt and blend until thickened.

Notes

Use plain Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese for a tangier dressing., For a dairy-free version, use plain non-dairy yogurt (avoid coconut-based for best texture)., Adjust thickness by varying amounts of milk, water, or pickle juice., Can use different pickle types or relish for flavor and texture variations., Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator; keep until the expiration date of cottage cheese or yogurt., Freezing is not recommended as it affects texture., Protein content is about 4 grams per 2 tablespoons serving.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dressing

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: Approximately 30-40 calories per 2 tablespoons (estimate based on ingredients)
  • Fat: Approximately 1.5-2 grams per 2 tablespoons
  • Carbohydrates: Approximately 1-2 grams per 2 tablespoons
  • Protein: 4 grams per 2 tablespoons