Soy-Free Vegan Feta Cheese
Discover the ultimate plant-based cheese alternative with this Soy-Free Vegan Feta Cheese recipe, perfect for those avoiding soy or dairy. Crafted from creamy, soaked cashews and enriched with refined coconut oil, tangy lemon juice, and nutritional yeast, this homemade feta delivers bold, authentic flavors without compromise. The agar-agar powder ensures a firm, sliceable texture, while a hint of garlic powder and apple cider vinegar enhance its savory profile. Ready in just minutes of prep and chilled to perfection, this vegan feta is ideal for salads, wraps, or Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Dairy-free, soy-free, and packed with wholesome ingredients, it’s a versatile addition to elevate your plant-based cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Raw cashews
- 1 cup Refined coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1.25 teaspoons Sea salt
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1.5 tablespoons Agar-agar powder
Instructions
Soak the raw cashews in hot water for 1-2 hours or until softened. Drain and rinse thoroughly.
In a high-speed blender or food processor, add the soaked cashews, refined coconut oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, sea salt, and half a cup of water. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
In a small saucepan, combine the agar-agar powder with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture begins to simmer. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes, until fully dissolved and slightly thickened.
Quickly pour the hot agar-agar mixture into the blended cashew mixture. Blend again until fully incorporated and smooth.
Prepare a container or mold lined with parchment paper or lightly greased with oil. Pour the mixture into the mold, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Refrigerate the mixture for 3-4 hours, or until fully set.
Once firm, remove the vegan feta cheese from the mold. Slice or crumble as desired.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3092 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 297.9 g | 382% | |
| Saturated Fat | 205.2 g | 1026% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2969 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.6 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.9 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1441 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.
