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Creamy Tofu Ricotta (Dairy-Free, Vegan)
Smooth, creamy, and bursting with classic ricotta flavor! This dairy-free ricotta cheese is high in protein and ready in under 10 minutes. Made with simple ingredients like tofu, lemon, garlic, and salt, it's perfect for lasagna, stuffed shells, or as a pizza topping—versatile, delicious, and allergy-friendly. Our vegan ricotta is an easy and healthy tofu cheese alternative for all your favorite dishes.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 76 kcal
Course:
Snacks , Dinner
Ingredients
- 1 extra firm tofu (14oz) pressed
- 3 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoon oat milk unsweetened
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 bunch Dill
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Press the Tofu: Wrap the block of extra firm tofu in a clean kitchen towel and press it for at least 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Blend the Ingredients: Crumble the pressed tofu into a food processor. Add nutritional yeast, lemon juice, oat milk, olive oil, garlic powder, and salt.
- Process: Pulse the mixture until it reaches a creamy consistency, scraping down the sides as needed. Add fresh herbs if desired, and pulse a few more times to incorporate.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed—add more salt, lemon juice, or herbs to suit your taste.
- Serve or Store: Transfer the tofu ricotta to a container for serving or storage.
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Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Drizzle a little olive oil on top or cover with plastic wrap to keep it fresh.
- Main Tip: Use extra firm tofu and press it well to achieve the best creamy texture for your dairy-free ricotta.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
76kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Sodium
238mg
(10%)
Potassium
190mg
(5%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
24IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
30mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Zinc
0.4mg
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 76
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 76kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 238mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 190mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 24IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.4mg |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.