12 Ways to Eat Cottage Cheese for Dinner
Lately, I’ve been looking for simple ways to add more protein to my meals without overcomplicating things, and cottage cheese has been such a game-changer! It blends into creamy sauces, adds richness to soups, and makes even quick dinners feel a little more satisfying. If you’re not sure how to use cottage cheese beyond breakfast, these recipes will give you plenty of ideas.
My Favorite Cottage Cheese
The Good Culture brand of cottage cheese is my absolute favorite it but can be hard to find. If you can’t find that one, look for a brand that is lower in sodium. Some of these recipes use cottage cheese won’t work as well if the cottage cheese is watery or overly salty.
How to Blend Cottage Cheese
Since a lot of these recipes use blended cottage cheese, I wanted to share some tips on blending! You can use an immersion blender to blend it right in the container. Or, transfer it to a food processor or blender. Blending small quantities can be tricky without an immersion blender, so I often blend a larger batch at once. Keep it in the fridge and add a scoop to your dressings, sauces, and smoothies for a protein boost!
My Favorite Cottage Cheese Dinner Recipes
Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce
This cottage cheese alfredo sauce is rich and creamy but secretly healthy! It’s packed with protein and surprisingly easy to make.
High Protein Tomato Soup
This rich and creamy tomato soup is a great source of protein! It’s easy to make, packed with vegetables, and great for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Cottage Cheese Breadsticks
These 2 ingredient breadsticks are perfectly chewy with a slightly crispy crust. You’ll love how easy it is to make these tasty, healthy breadsticks! I know it might sound crazy, but after I discovered how easy it was to make cottage cheese bagels, I decided I had to try making breadsticks! It turned out to be so simple, and I loved the flavor.
Creamy Spinach Pasta Sauce
This deliciously creamy green sauce is perfect for pasta! It’s simple to make, packed with flavor, and a great way to add veggies to your pasta sauce!
Pesto Pasta Bake
This baked pesto pasta is the ultimate one-pan meal—creamy, flavorful, and packed with protein thanks to cottage cheese. It’s the perfect dish for busy weeknights or when you want a comforting, cheesy dinner in minutes!
Pesto Dip
This deliciously creamy pesto dip is only 2 ingredients! You’ll be surprised that this rich and flavorful dip is secretly healthy!
High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup
This rich and creamy broccoli cheddar soup is secretly healthy, with 20 grams of protein per serving! It’s the perfect comfort food recipe!
Veggie Stuffed Shells
These veggie stuffed shells are filled with peas, spinach, and fennel for a dinner loaded with good-for-you ingredients! Try this delicious recipe for a filling meatless dinner!
Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce
This rich and creamy sauce is secretly healthy, thanks to the addition of cottage cheese! This high-protein sauce is perfect when you’re craving comfort food, but you want to enjoy something lighter!
Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese
Looking for a delicious twist on macaroni and cheese? Cottage cheese is the secret ingredient to make this pasta dish extra rich and creamy. It’s perfect for comfort food that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust
This 2-ingredient high-protein pizza crust is the perfect way to satisfy your pizza craving! Whip up this quick dough, add your favorite toppings, and you’ll have tasty pizza in no time!
Creamy Broccoli Pasta
This creamy broccoli pasta is a delicious and simple one-pot meal! This pasta sauce tastes rich but it’s secretly healthy! Try this recipe for an easy high protein dinner.
How long does cottage cheese last?
Cottage cheese typically lasts about 2 weeks if properly refrigerated but once it’s opened, it usually needs to be consumed within 5 days. Never eat out of the container and use a clean spoon each time you scoop out a portion in order to prevent it from spoiling faster. Always check the expiration date and I follow the rule “when in doubt, throw it out” because I don’t want to risk it!
