High Protein Tofu Ricotta
Creamy, versatile, and packed with plant-based protein, this High Protein Tofu Ricotta is a game-changer for vegan cooking! Made with pressed firm tofu, nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor, and a touch of lemon juice for zesty brightness, this dairy-free ricotta alternative comes together in just 10 minutes—no cooking required. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and a hint of black pepper, this rich, wholesome spread is not only delicious but also nutritious. Serve it as a dip, use it as a luscious filling for vegan lasagna, or dollop it over your favorite pasta dishes. It’s an easy, protein-packed addition to your plant-based meal prep toolkit that’s satisfying and endlessly adaptable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz Firm tofu (pressed to remove excess water)
- 3 tbsp Nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Plant-based milk (unsweetened, plain)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Press the firm tofu for about 10 minutes to remove excess water. You can do this by wrapping the tofu in a clean towel and placing a heavy weight (such as a skillet) on top.
In a food processor, crumble the pressed tofu into small chunks.
Add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil, plant-based milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the food processor.
Process the ingredients until the mixture reaches a smooth, ricotta-like consistency. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl if needed.
Taste the tofu ricotta and adjust the seasonings as desired. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice for extra flavor.
Transfer the tofu ricotta to a serving dish or airtight container for storage.
Optionally, garnish the tofu ricotta with fresh chopped basil before serving.
Use as a filling for vegan lasagna, dollop it onto pasta, spread it on toast, or enjoy it as a dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
780 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 46.2 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1276 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 72.2 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 2761 mg | 212% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1314 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
