Go Back

5-Minute Air Fryer Spinach Cottage Cheese Dip

A quick and tasty appetizer combining spinach and cottage cheese, perfect for any gathering or movie night.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Frozen chopped spinach Defrost and squeeze excess water
  • 1 cup Cottage cheese Provides creaminess and protein
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil Helps blend ingredients smoothly
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Adds flavor depth
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Enhances overall taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Essential seasoning
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Red bell pepper For added sweetness and crunch
  • 1/2 cup Cheese of choice For a melty topping
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes For added spice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Defrost the frozen spinach by leaving it on the counter or in the fridge overnight, or use warm water or microwave for 2-3 minutes. Squeeze out excess water.
  3. Blend cottage cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. In a greased 8-oz ramekin, combine the blended cottage cheese mixture with spinach and red bell pepper. Mix until evenly distributed and top with shredded cheese.
Cooking
  1. Air fry the dip for 5 minutes or until the cheese begins to brown. Be careful, the dish will be HOT.
Serving
  1. Serve the dip warm with pita, chips, crackers, or veggies.

Notes

Use fresh spinach if available, sauté to reduce moisture. Experiment with cheese and adjust seasoning based on preference. Do not overcook to prevent burnt topping. Pair with healthy dippers.