Dairy-Free Herb Cheese Spread
Creamy, flavorful, and completely dairy-free, this Dairy-Free Herb Cheese Spread is a versatile and crowd-pleasing addition to your appetizer lineup. Made with protein-rich soaked cashews, this plant-based recipe achieves a lusciously smooth texture that mimics classic cheese spreads—without any dairy in sight. Enhanced with zesty lemon juice, a touch of tangy apple cider vinegar, and aromatic dried herbs such as dill, parsley, and chives, this spread is bursting with fresh, savory flavor. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy note, making it the perfect vegan alternative for pairing with crackers, crusty bread, or fresh vegetables. With just 10 minutes of prep required (plus soaking time), this easy-to-make, gluten-free, and vegan cheese spread is perfect for any gathering or meal prep. Serve chilled to let the bold herb flavors truly shine!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups raw cashews
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried chives
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with water. Allow to soak for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse the cashews well before proceeding.
Step 2
In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the soaked and drained cashews, 0.5 cup of water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and nutritional yeast.
Step 3
Blend until very smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender or processor to ensure everything is well combined.
Step 4
Transfer the blended mixture into a mixing bowl. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, dried chives, salt, and black pepper to the cashew mixture.
Step 5
Mix well with a spatula until all the herbs and spices are evenly incorporated throughout the cheese spread.
Step 6
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice for extra tang if desired.
Step 7
Transfer the herb cheese spread to a serving dish or air-tight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 8
Serve as a spread on crackers, bread, or as a dip with vegetables. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (414.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1348.7 |
| Total Fat 98.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1230.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 86.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.5g | |
| Protein 51.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 126.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1921.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories