VEGAN CASHEW RICOTTA
An incredibly easy vegan recipe using cashews and nutritional yeast to mimic true Italian ricotta cheese. Serve on bruschetta.
Provided by Adam Mattessich
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 4h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place cashews into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let soak, 3 to 4 hours.
- Drain cashews and transfer to a food processor. Add lemon juice, olive oil, nutritional yeast, garlic, salt, and basil leaves. Process until thick and smooth, 3 to 4 minutes. Stop to scrape down the sides occasionally.
- Transfer cashew mixture to an airtight container. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 77.7 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
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Ssento Ramos
ssento.ramos95@hotmail.co.ukCan I substitute another type of nut for the cashews?
Satya Mazhe
msatya96@aol.comI'm definitely going to try this recipe soon. It looks so delicious!
Tanha Akter
tanhaakter3@hotmail.comThis recipe looks amazing, but I'm intimidated by the long list of ingredients.
Tanisha Cole
t_cole57@yahoo.comThis recipe is a total fail. Don't waste your time.
Musa Farooq
m-f@gmail.comMeh, it was okay. I've had better.
Wyanet Abela
a_w@yahoo.comI'm allergic to cashews, so I substituted almond milk and tofu for the cashews and lemon juice. It turned out great!
Shifat Sarkar
ss43@yahoo.comThis recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for the delicious results.
Thomas Cox
cox.thomas@yahoo.comI used this cashew ricotta to make a vegan lasagna and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.
Agyei Emmanuel Kwabena
ka@gmail.comThis cashew ricotta is perfect for spreading on toast, crackers, or fruit.
Baliqees Mopelola Bello
baliqees.m38@aol.comI'm not vegan, but I'm always looking for ways to reduce my dairy intake. This recipe is a great way to do that without sacrificing flavor.
Babar Khans
khans@yahoo.comI love that this recipe is so easy to make. I was able to whip it up in just a few minutes.
Dhogu Maanii
m_dhogu60@gmail.comThis vegan cashew ricotta is a game-changer! The texture is so smooth and creamy, and it has a delicious tangy flavor.