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Vegan Ricotta Cheese
Vegan Ricotta Cheese made from firm tofu with lemon juice, dried basil, nutritional yeast, garlic, and olive oil creates a creamy, crumbly cheese substitute. The mixture is mashed and combined until smooth, offering a plant-based alternative with savory, tangy notes suitable for dips or cooking.
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
144 kcal
Course:
Appetizer, Condiments, Snacks
Cuisine:
Italian, Vegetarian, Vegan
Ingredients
- 14 oz tofu drained, firm
- lemon juice of ½ lemon
- 1 tbsp basil dried
- 4 tbsp nutritional yeast
- garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mash the tofu with a fork in a medium bowl.
- Add all ingredients and mix until well combined.
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Notes
- Use drained firm tofu to achieve the proper texture for vegan ricotta.
- Serve as a dip with crackers or fresh vegetables.
- Can be used as a direct substitute for traditional ricotta in cooking recipes.
Nutrition Information
Calories
144kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
13g
(26%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
4mg
(0%)
Potassium
164mg
(3%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Calcium
136mg
(14%)
Iron
2.1mg
(12%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 144
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 144kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 164mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 136mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.