Best 4 Easy Vegan Cottage Cheese Recipes

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Kick-start your journey to a healthier lifestyle with our delectable vegan cottage cheese, a dairy-free delight that packs a punch of flavor and nutrition. Discover four versatile recipes that transform this plant-based cheese into culinary masterpieces. From a refreshing breakfast parfait to a creamy pasta bake, our recipes cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. Each dish is carefully crafted to showcase the unique texture and tangy flavor of vegan cottage cheese, making it an ideal choice for those with lactose intolerance, vegan diets, or simply seeking healthier alternatives. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our easy-to-follow recipes and elevate your meals to a new level of deliciousness.

Recipe 1: Vegan Cottage Cheese Parfait: Layer vegan cottage cheese with fresh berries, granola, and a drizzle of honey for a vibrant and nutritious breakfast or snack.

Recipe 2: Vegan Cottage Cheese Pasta Bake: Indulge in a hearty and comforting pasta bake featuring a creamy vegan cottage cheese sauce, roasted vegetables, and a crispy breadcrumb topping.

Recipe 3: Vegan Cottage Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers: Delight in colorful bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful mixture of vegan cottage cheese, quinoa, and vegetables, baked to perfection.

Recipe 4: Vegan Cottage Cheese Dip: Whip up a tangy and creamy dip using vegan cottage cheese, herbs, and spices, perfect for pairing with vegetable crudités, crackers, or pita chips.

Embrace the versatility of vegan cottage cheese and embark on a culinary adventure that promises taste, health, and satisfaction.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK & EASY VEGAN COTTAGE CHEESE



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Takes less than 10 minutes to make and only 6 ingredients for this healthy, dairy-free recipe.

Provided by Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

Categories     Snack

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 300g block soft or silken tofu (about 1 1/3 cups)
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 of a 420g block firm tofu (210g or about 1 1/2 cups), (crumbled)

Steps:

  • Add the soft or silken tofu to a blender along with the nutritional yeast, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until everything is completely smooth, stopping to scrape the sides as needed.
  • Pour the soft tofu mixture into a medium bowl. Crumble the firm tofu into the silken tofu mixture. Mix to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving (1/2 cup), Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 297 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

VEGAN COTTAGE CHEESE



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This vegan cottage cheese is a wonderful replacement for its dairy counterpart, mimicking the texture with harder curds and a softer 'sauce' and a neutral flavor. Plus, this recipe is dairy-free, lactose-free, gluten-free, low-carb, low-fat, and uses just 5 base ingredients.

Provided by Michaela Vais

Categories     Side     Spread

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 oz firm tofu
1/2 cup dairy-free yogurt (unsweetened (*see notes))
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp onion powder (or use 1/4 tsp each of onion powder and garlic powder)
1 1/2 tsp white vinegar
1 tsp nutritional yeast ((optional))
Black pepper (to taste (optional))
2 tbsp fresh chives (to garnish)

Steps:

  • You can watch the video in the post for visual instructions.In a medium bowl, crumble tofu with your fingers or use a fork. Don't make the pieces too small, as we need them for the texture.
  • Add the other ingredients (except chives) to a different small bowl and stir with a whisk.
  • Pour the mixture over the crumbled tofu and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding more salt/vinegar/nutritional yeast/onion powder, etc. to taste.
  • Add fresh chives, stir, and chill for at least one hour. Enjoy on bread or baked potatoes!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tbsp, Calories 26 kcal, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Protein 2.7 g, Fat 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.25 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Sugar 0.3 g

EASY VEGAN COTTAGE CHEESE



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You couldn't fool anybody that this is the "real" thing, but it is definitely tasty, especially if you haven't had dairy in a while. I like it as a dip for potato chips. It's also great on crackers or tomato slices. It's a hodgepodge of recipes I found on the internet. Silken tofu is the kind that comes in the little aseptic box, often found on the shelf in the health-food section or refrigerated in the produce section at your local grocery store.

Provided by Prose

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (11 1/2 ounce) box firm silken tofu
2/3 cup vegan mayonnaise (I like vegenaise)
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon dried dill

Steps:

  • Crumble tofu into a bowl. Mush with your hands until the texture is like cottage cheese curds.
  • Mix with other ingredients until if resembles cottage cheese, adding more vegenaise or some water if necessary.
  • Sprinkle with extra dill, if desired, or garnish with fresh herbs.
  • Serve chilled. Enjoy!

5-MINUTE VEGAN COTTAGE CHEESE (NO NUTS)



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Vegan cottage cheese that tastes just like the one you used to eat, but minus the dairy! Only 4 ingredients, 1 bowl, and 5 minutes to make a batch. It's creamy, rich in plant-based protein, and can be used any way you would use regular cottage cheese. Enjoy it sweet or savory, hot or cold.Yield: makes about 1 ¾ cups. Recipe lightly adapted from the tofu ricotta in Miyoko Schinner's book Artisan Vegan Cheese.

Provided by Lori Rasmussen, My Quiet Kitchen

Categories     Cheese     Side Dish

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (14 oz) package extra-firm tofu (Regular firm can also be used.)
½ to ⅔ cup plain, unsweetened vegan yogurt (See Notes.)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¾ to 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • No need to press the tofu, but we do want to remove some of the water. Remove the block of tofu from the package, and wrap a tea towel or paper towels around it. Holding the tofu over the sink lightly squeeze to remove some of the water. Place the tofu in a bowl with the other ingredients, starting with the lesser amount of yogurt and salt.
  • Use a fork to mash the tofu and incorporate it with the yogurt and seasonings. Mash until the "curds" are as small as you like.
  • Taste for seasoning, adding more yogurt, garlic, and salt, if desired. Enjoy your healthy vegan cottage cheese right away, or refrigerate it for an hour or more to allow the flavors to mingle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 kcal, Fat 4 g, Sodium 355 mg, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 8 g, Fiber 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

- For a smoother cottage cheese, blend the mixture until it reaches your desired consistency. - You can use any type of plant-based milk in this recipe, but cashew milk will give you the creamiest results. - If you don't have lemon juice on hand, you can use vinegar instead. - Add some herbs or spices to your cottage cheese for extra flavor. Some good options include dill, chives, garlic powder, or onion powder. - To make your cottage cheese more like store-bought cottage cheese, you can add a small amount of tapioca starch or cornstarch. This will give it a slightly thicker, more curd-like texture. - Cottage cheese is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. Try it in salads, sandwiches, wraps, or as a topping for baked potatoes or chili.

Conclusion:

This easy vegan cottage cheese recipe is a great way to enjoy a delicious and healthy dairy-free alternative. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make your own creamy, tangy cottage cheese at home. So next time you're craving a cottage cheese snack or ingredient, give this recipe a try!

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