Hey, don’t knock it until you’ve tried it! This cottage cheese guacamole will surprise you.

I’m still on my mission to eat as healthy as I can and have discovered when we lived at the lake, that the lake lifestyle can put the kibosh on healthy eating quite often! Friends and family bring ‘cook-out’ style food and sides, as well as LOTS of chips and dips! While they are all fabulous, most are typically not the healthiest.

Naturally a big fan of cottage cheese, one of my girlfriends recommended making some of these fabulous dips with blenderized/emulsified cottage cheese in lieu of sour cream and cream cheese. “No one will ever know the difference,” she assured me! So, I’ve tried several and have converted several of my own recipes to use cottage cheese and have had rave reviews. Even my husband, who swears he positively detests cottage cheese, can’t tell it’s in the recipe! Another benefit of using cottage cheese is that it is a great source for protein, something many of us are lacking on a daily basis. Here is one of the recipes that was a big hit last week at the beach–Cottage Cheese Guacamole. It’s SO easy!

INGREDIENTS:

• ½ C blended cottage cheese (I use the low-fat) – Be SURE to blend this first
• 2 pitted avocados
• Juice of one lime
• 20 cherry tomatoes, chopped or sliced vine-ripened tomatoes
• 1 packet of guacamole seasoning (McCormick)
• 2 t minced garlic
• 1/8 C Fresh cilantro 
• Salt & pepper to taste (I use smoked pepper)

Blend/process the cottage cheese, then add the other ingredients – I don’t blend the mixture long because I like my guacamole chunky. Of course, the longer you blend, the thinner it becomes. I have also started chopping the tomato up and serving them on top of the guac.

I hope you enjoy my recipe for cottage cheese guacamole!

Here are some of my favorite kitchen items used in prepping this dish:

Immersion Handheld Blender – 5-in-1 – My immersion handheld 5-in-1 blender is a game-changer in the kitchen—it effortlessly liquifies cottage cheese to silky smooth perfection and has the power to whip up hearty soups in no time. Versatile, efficient and uber easy to use, it’s become my go-to tool for everyday cooking. This is a great tool for my cottage cheese guacamole recipe!

Metal Bowl – LIANYU Stainless Steel Metal Mixing Bowls. These premium stainless steel mixing bowls are crafted from thicker, food-grade steel that’s rust-resistant, sturdy and built to last for years of daily use. The set includes three versatile sizes—1.5QT, 3QT, and 4.6QT—perfect for everything from prepping and mixing to serving and storing. Each bowl comes with a different colored, airtight silicone lid to keep food fresh and prevent spills, making them ideal for both the kitchen and outdoor picnics. Designed to nest neatly inside one another, they save valuable cabinet space and with dishwasher-safe bowls, cleanup is quick and easy.

Food Chopper/Slicer – 25-in-1 Vegetable Chopper 

This handy food chopper has quickly become one of my favorite kitchen helpers, with 13 interchangeable stainless steel blades that slice, dice, shred, spiralize, and more in seconds. The large 1.3L container keeps everything neat while you prep, and the non-slip base and hand guard make it safe and easy to use. I love how it saves me time (and tears!) when chopping onions, prepping veggies for casseroles, or putting together fresh salads.

Measuring Cups –  These are stackable and are my go-tos for smaller quantity recipes. Bellemain’s stainless steel measuring cups combine precision, safety and style in one colorful set. With non-slip, BPA-, BPS-, and phthalate-free silicone handles in vibrant colors, these durable, food-safe cups bring both function and flair to every kitchen.

 Clear liquid Measuring Cups – These OXO measuring cups make cooking and baking effortless with their patented angled surface, so you can read measurements from above—no bending or squinting required. The set includes 1-, 2- and 4-cup sizes, each with clear, durable markings in cups, ounces and milliliters. Made from BPA-free material & 50% certified recycled content, these non-slip, easy-grip cups are as sustainable as they are practical.

Lemon Squeezer – This lemon juicer has been a game-changer in my kitchen – it extracts every last drop of juice with minimal effort and the sturdy design means it handles everything from small limes to medium-sized oranges without any struggle. I love how it separates the seeds and pulp automatically, giving me pure, fresh juice, without the mess of hand-squeezing!

Measuring Spoons – These come in multi-colored spoons and with the odd measurement sizes you sometimes need for the perfect recipe. I prefer the multi-colored ones because you’ll soon know which color you need if they are not together in your gadget drawer!

Bamboo Spoon – This vibrant mixing spoon from the Marrakesh Collection is as functional as it is eye-catching, crafted from layers of colorful birch wood inspired by Moroccan markets. Safe for nonstick cookware and perfect for both cooking and serving, it’s a true kitchen conversation piece. Simply hand wash to keep its brilliant hues shining.

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