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Vegan Cashew Ricotta Cheese

Creamy Vegan Cashew Ricotta Cheese That Will Wow You

This Vegan Cashew Ricotta Cheese is a creamy delight, perfect for enhancing dishes with its rich flavor and quick preparation.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cashew Base
  • 1 cup raw cashews soaked in hot water for optimal blendability
  • 1/3 cup filtered water adjust for desired consistency
For Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh lemons recommended for maximum flavor
  • 1-2 cloves garlic adjust to taste or omit
  • pinch sea salt adjust based on dietary preferences

Equipment

  • High-powered blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the cashews in hot water for 20 minutes, then drain and rinse.
  2. Combine soaked cashews, filtered water, lemon juice, garlic, and sea salt in a high-powered blender.
  3. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until smooth, adding more water if necessary.
  4. Transfer the ricotta to a bowl and chill for at least 2 hours for thicker consistency.
  5. Store leftover ricotta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This vegan cashew ricotta cheese is customizable; feel free to adjust the flavors to your liking.

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