High-protein pool dip with ranch and Rotel takes the viral TikTok boat dip recipe and makes it even better! This creamy ranch dip is a delicious dip recipe that will be a huge hit with all of your summertime guests. 14 grams of protein per serving!
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Why You Should Make This High-Protein Pool Dip
- This easy recipe is perfect for a pool party or a day on the boat (just like our cottage cheese spinach dip)!
- Pool Dip is one of the best easy dip recipes to serve during the summer (and with a cold iced tea lemonade!)
- High-protein skinny poolside dip recipe compared to other recipes.
Ingredients and Substitutions
Here are the ingredients you need to make this recipe. Reference the recipe card at the bottom for exact measurements and the notes below for substitution ideas.
- Ranch seasoning: Use Hidden Valley ranch dressing mix or your favorite ranch seasoning.
- Taco seasoning
- Greek yogurt or sour cream: Greek yogurt will provide more protein (just like our Greek yogurt tuna salad).
- Cottage cheese: Blend the cottage cheese in a food processor for a smooth texture (like our high-protein buffalo chicken dip!)
- Cheddar Cheese: Pepper Jack or Monterey Jack cheese will also work.
- Rotel: Use mild Rotel or medium for a spicier version.
- Fritos Scoops for serving.
How to Make This Creamy Loaded Boat Dip
Below are step-by-step instructions for how to cook this recipe with the best results. The recipe card at the bottom shows the exact cooking time and temperatures.
- In a medium bowl, add the Greek yogurt and blended cottage cheese.
- Stir in the ranch seasoning and taco seasoning. Mix until well blended.
- Add Rotel and cheddar cheese.
- Mix the pool dip well and serve.
Expert Tips
- Follow the recipe card without substitutions for the best results.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for the best results.
- Store leftover poolside dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Serve as a creamy veggie dip appetizer with fresh veggies, pita chips, tortilla chips, Wheat Thin crackers, or Fritos.
- Add some red peppers or chopped jalapeño pepper for crunch and a little heat.
Recipe FAQs
For a heartier boat dip, add sweet corn, chopped red bell pepper, and black beans for a southwest twist.
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Creamy High-Protein Pool Dip (Boat Dip)
Ingredients
- 12 oz. plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 4 oz. cottage cheese blended
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 10 oz. Rotel mild
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Mix until well blended and serve with tortilla chips, Fritos, or fresh veggies.12 oz. plain nonfat Greek yogurt, 4 oz. cottage cheese, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 10 oz. Rotel, 1 tablespoon taco seasoning, 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
Notes
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Jamie DoVale says
Hi!
Do you drain the Rotel can or dump the whole can in?
Lyndsey Piccolino says
I just dump it in!
Christina says
What is the serving size?
Lyndsey Piccolino says
It usually makes about 8 servings. So roughly about 1/2 cup.