No Cheese Spread
Creamy, savory, and entirely dairy-free, this No Cheese Spread is the ultimate plant-based alternative to traditional cheese spreads. Made with protein-packed raw cashews, tangy nutritional yeast, and a hint of fresh lemon juice, this versatile spread delivers rich umami flavor with a velvety texture you won’t believe is vegan. The addition of garlic, smoked paprika, and onion powder creates a depth of flavor perfect for dipping, spreading, or snacking. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes (plus soaking time), this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or party platters. Serve it chilled with crackers, fresh vegetables, or slathered on sandwiches for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing treat that’s naturally gluten-free and loaded with plant-based goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 1 cup Unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- N/A Water (as needed)
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for at least 1 hour. For a quicker method, pour boiling water over them and soak for 20 minutes.
Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Add the nutritional yeast, fresh lemon juice, garlic clove, plant-based milk, olive oil, salt, smoked paprika (if using), and onion powder to the blender with the cashews.
Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary. If the spread is too thick, add water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt, paprika, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Transfer the no cheese spread to a serving bowl or an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and the spread thicken.
Serve the No Cheese Spread with crackers, fresh veggies, or spread it on sandwiches and wraps.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
869 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.1 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2541 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 31.7 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1450 mg | 31% | |
*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.
