Paleo Cottage Cheese with Cranberries
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Paleo Cottage Cheese with Cranberries—a plant-based twist on traditional cottage cheese that's as nutritious as it is satisfying. This dairy-free recipe uses soaked raw cashews blended with almond milk, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast for a velvety texture that mimics classic cottage cheese, while apple cider vinegar and sea salt provide a tangy, savory depth. Dried cranberries add a pop of natural sweetness, beautifully complemented by the herbaceous lift of fresh chives. Perfect as a spread, dip, or light appetizer, this paleo-friendly delight is ready in minutes and ideal for those seeking a wholesome, dairy-free alternative. Easy to prepare and brimming with bold flavors, it’s the ultimate fusion of healthy and gourmet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Almond milk (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 cup Dried cranberries (unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh chives
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
Begin by soaking the cashews in 2 cups of water for at least 2 hours or overnight to soften.
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews thoroughly.
In a blender or food processor, combine the drained cashews, almond milk, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, apple cider vinegar, and sea salt.
Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy. You may need to stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender.
Transfer the creamy mixture to a mixing bowl.
Gently fold in the dried cranberries and chopped chives, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to suit your palate.
Serve immediately as a spread or refrigerate for an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
801 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.0 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1282 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 986 mg | 21% | |
*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.
