Vegan Ricotta
Discover the ultimate dairy-free alternative with our creamy Vegan Ricotta recipe—perfect for transforming your favorite dishes like lasagna, crostini, or stuffed shells. Made with protein-rich firm tofu and blanched almonds, this plant-based ricotta is elevated with tangy lemon juice, savory nutritional yeast, and a touch of garlic powder for a flavor profile that's as authentic as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is wonderfully versatile, with the option to add fresh basil for a fragrant, herbaceous twist. Whether you're vegan or simply looking for a healthier, lactose-free substitute, this easy homemade ricotta promises to impress. Ideal for meal prep, it stores beautifully for quick use throughout the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup blanched almonds
- 1 block (14 ounces) firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
Place the blanched almonds in a bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let them soak for 10 minutes to soften.
Drain the soaked almonds and add them to a food processor.
Crumble the block of firm tofu and add it to the food processor with the almonds.
Add in the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil, water, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Process the mixture on high until it becomes smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. This may take about 3-5 minutes.
Taste the ricotta and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or nutritional yeast to suit your preference.
If using fresh basil, finely chop it and fold it into the ricotta by hand to add a fresh herbal note.
Transfer the vegan ricotta to a container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and give it a firmer texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.8 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1270 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 78.8 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1013 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1848 mg | 39% | |
*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.
