Description

This Tasty Cottage Cheese Onion Dip offers a creamy, flavorful twist on traditional onion dip by combining smoothly blended cottage cheese with sweet, deeply caramelized onions and a hint of tangy Greek yogurt. Perfect for snacking or entertaining, this dip is rich yet lighter than typical mayo-heavy recipes, delivering a satisfying savory flavor with a touch of umami from Worcestershire sauce and balsamic vinegar.

Ingredients

Scale

For the caramelized onions:

1 large yellow onion (peeled and thinly sliced)
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 tsp granulated sugar

For the dip:

1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/3 cup mayonnaise (preferably Hellmann’s)
1/2 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup strained plain Greek yogurt (full-fat preferred)
3/4 cup creamy cottage cheese (e.g., Daisy brand)

Instructions

Caramelize the Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter. Swirl the butter to evenly coat the pan, then add the thinly sliced yellow onions. Stir to coat the onions with butter, then sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar, distributing evenly. Maintain medium heat and cook the onions for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding a splash of water if the pan dries out to prevent sticking. After 20 minutes, reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking for 10 to 15 minutes until the onions develop a deep brown, caramelized color. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before finely chopping the onions and setting them aside. (Onions can be prepared one day in advance.)
Blend the Cottage Cheese: Place 3/4 cup of creamy cottage cheese into a blender, food processor, or use an immersion blender to blend until smooth and creamy.
Mix the Dip Ingredients: Add 1/4 cup strained plain Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder to the blended cottage cheese. Blend again until all ingredients are fully combined and smooth.
Combine and Chill: Gently fold the finely chopped caramelized onions into the blended cottage cheese mixture. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to chill before serving.

Notes

You can prepare the caramelized onions up to one day ahead to save time.
Using a full-fat Greek yogurt and creamy cottage cheese improves the texture and creaminess of the dip.
Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce adds depth without fish ingredients; regular Worcestershire sauce can be substituted if not vegetarian.
If the dip thickens too much after chilling, stir in a splash of milk or water to loosen it.
This dip pairs well with fresh vegetables, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cottage cheese dip, caramelized onion dip, vegetarian onion dip, healthy party dip, creamy dip recipe