Soy-Free Vegan Feta Cheese

Indulge in the rich, tangy flavor of this Soy-Free Vegan Feta Cheese, a dairy-free delight crafted from creamy raw cashews and infused with zesty lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and nutritional yeast for that authentic feta tang. Perfect for those avoiding soy or dairy, this recipe uses agar-agar to achieve a firm, sliceable or crumble-worthy texture that's ideal for salads, wraps, or grazing boards. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick stovetop technique to activate the agar-agar, this vegan feta is as simple to make as it is versatile. Whether you're topping a Greek salad or adding a bold flavor to your appetizers, this homemade plant-based cheese is a must-try.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

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

Directions

Step 1

Soak the raw cashews in hot water for 1-2 hours or until softened. Drain and rinse thoroughly.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Quickly pour the hot agar-agar mixture into the blended cashew mixture. Blend again until fully incorporated and smooth.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Refrigerate the mixture for 3-4 hours, or until fully set.

Step 7

Once firm, remove the vegan feta cheese from the mold. Slice or crumble as desired.

Step 8

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(617.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3091.6

Total Fat 297.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 205.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2968.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 11.5g
Protein 37.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83.2mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 1441.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 86.6%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 8.5%