Description
This High Protein Pepperoncini Dip combines creamy Greek yogurt with tangy pepperoncinis and homemade ranch seasoning for a flavorful, satisfying snack or appetizer. Packed with protein and zesty flavor, it’s perfect for serving with chips, veggies, or crackers and easily customizable to your heat preference.
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or blended cottage cheese (for creaminess and protein)
- 1 packet homemade ranch seasoning or ranch dressing mix (for tangy flavor)
- 1 cup pepperoncinis (adjust according to heat preference)
- 2 tablespoons pepperoncini juice (to enhance flavor)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (for color and flavor)
- 1 medium shallot or chopped onions (adds subtle sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for savory depth)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder (to complement flavors)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (for robust flavor)
- Salt and pepper, to taste (to season)
Instructions
- Preparation: Gather all ingredients and make sure the pepperoncinis and green onions are chopped as needed for easy mixing.
- Mixing: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, ranch seasoning, chopped pepperoncinis, pepperoncini juice, green onions, shallot, garlic powder, onion powder, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until the dip is creamy and well blended.
- Chilling: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid, then refrigerate the dip for at least 1 hour. This resting period allows the flavors to meld perfectly, enhancing the overall taste and texture.
- Final Touch: Before serving, top the dip with additional diced pepperoncinis and green onions for extra flavor and appealing presentation.
- Serving: Serve the dip chilled alongside your favorite dippers such as chips, pretzels, fresh vegetables, or crackers for a delicious and protein-packed snack.
Notes
- For a creamier texture and slightly different flavor, try using blended cottage cheese instead of Greek yogurt.
- Adjust the amount of pepperoncinis depending on how spicy you like your dip.
- You can prepare the dip a day ahead and keep it refrigerated to enhance the flavors further.
- Use fresh garlic for a more robust flavor instead of garlic powder if preferred.
