Vegan Feta Cheese

Transform your plant-based meals with this simple yet flavor-packed Vegan Feta Cheese recipe! Made with protein-rich firm tofu and infused with a zesty marinade of lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and aromatic spices like oregano and basil, this dairy-free alternative delivers the tangy, savory notes you love from traditional feta. Requiring just 15 minutes of prep time, this make-ahead recipe is a breeze to put together and elevates any dish with its creamy texture and bold flavor. Perfect for crumbling over fresh salads, tossing into pasta, or sprinkling on pizzas and wraps, this vegan feta is a versatile staple for any kitchen. Healthy, delicious, and easy to prepare, it’s the ultimate addition to your plant-based recipe collection!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 400 grams Firm tofu
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by draining and pressing the tofu. Remove the tofu from its packaging, then wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and place something heavy on top, like a cast iron skillet, to press out excess moisture. Allow to press for about 10-15 minutes.

Step 2

While the tofu is pressing, prepare the marinade. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and water. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

After the tofu has been pressed, cut it into small cubes resembling the size of traditional feta cheese.

Step 4

Gently place the cubed tofu into the bowl with the marinade, ensuring the tofu is fully submerged. Stir lightly to coat all pieces evenly.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to let the flavors meld.

Step 6

Once marinated to your liking, drain the tofu from the marinade.

Step 7

Your vegan feta is now ready to use! Crumble over salads, pasta, or use as a topping for pizzas and sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(751.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	533.4

Total Fat 33.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2454.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 6.0g
Protein 49.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 664.4mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 899.0mg	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: 51.2%

Protein: 34.0%

Carbs: 14.8%