High-Protein Dips: 6 Dips with Skyr, Quark and Beans
Most shop-bought dips are oil and mayonnaise. Made with skyr, quark, cottage cheese or beans, they become a protein snack: 10–20 g per portion with raw vegetables, wholegrain crackers or as a sauce for bowls.
Written by Velion Physique. Working in the fitness industry since 2019, with five German trainer licences including Medical Fitness Training (A) and Back Training (A).
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1. Skyr tzatziki
200 g skyr, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon. Roughly 20 g protein per half batch.
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2. Herb quark
250 g low-fat quark, fresh herbs, a splash of mineral water, salt. Roughly 15 g protein per portion.
3. Hummus with skyr
1 can chickpeas, 1 tablespoon tahini, lemon, garlic, 100 g skyr. Roughly 12 g protein per portion.
4. White bean and rosemary
1 can white beans, rosemary, lemon, a little olive oil. Roughly 10 g protein per portion.
5. Smoked salmon dip
100 g smoked salmon blended with 150 g quark and dill. Roughly 20 g protein per portion.
6. Spicy cottage cheese dip
200 g cottage cheese blended with roasted pepper and chilli. Roughly 14 g protein per portion.
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Protein values are approximate and vary by brand and portion. Always cook meat, fish and eggs thoroughly. If you have a medical condition or food allergy, check with a doctor or dietitian before changing your diet.
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