Paleo Saganaki
Experience a delightful twist on a classic Greek appetizer with this Paleo Saganaki recipe, a dairy-free alternative to the beloved fried cheese dish. Made from a creamy, vegan cashew “cheese” blended with lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and savory seasonings, these crispy pan-fried patties deliver indulgent flavor in a paleo-friendly package. Coated in almond flour and fried to golden perfection, each bite offers a satisfying crunch with a gooey, melt-in-your-mouth interior. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh oregano and a burst of brightness from lemon wedges, this Paleo Saganaki is perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a unique addition to your next gathering. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking a gluten-free, dairy-free, and irresistible take on the traditional recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons tapioca starch
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon fresh oregano
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Instructions
Soak 1 cup of raw cashews in hot water for 30 minutes to soften them.
Drain and rinse the cashews, then add them to a blender.
To the blender, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon of onion powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.
Pour in 0.5 cup of water and blend until smooth and creamy.
Transfer the cashew mixture to a non-stick saucepan over medium heat.
Stir continuously and add 2 tablespoons of tapioca starch, mixing until the mixture thickens and becomes stretchy like melted cheese. Remove from heat.
In a small pan, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
In a shallow dish, spread 0.25 cup of almond flour.
Form the cashew cheese mixture into flat round patties and dredge each one in almond flour.
Fry the almond flour-coated patties in hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Transfer the patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Sprinkle with fresh oregano and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1261 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.3 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1209 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1022 mg | 22% | |
*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.
