Vegan Whipped Feta

Experience a creamy, dairy-free delight with this Vegan Whipped Feta recipe, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Crafted from pressed firm tofu and softened raw cashews, this luscious spread is blended with tangy lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and the umami-rich flavor of nutritional yeast for a perfectly balanced taste. Enhanced with a touch of olive oil and garlic, it achieves an irresistibly smooth and whipped texture, perfect for spreading or dipping. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy vegan feta is ideal for pairing with crackers, fresh veggies, or pita bread. Garnish with fresh dill or chives for an elegant, herbaceous finish. Dairy-free, gluten-free, and utterly satisfying, this recipe is sure to become your go-to savory spread!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 block (about 14 oz) Firm tofu (pressed to remove excess water)
• 0.5 cup Raw cashews (soaked for 4-6 hours or boiled for 10 minutes)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Water (as needed for blending)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill or chives (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu to remove excess water by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object (like a skillet) on top for 10-15 minutes.

Step 2

If using raw cashews, ensure they are soaked for 4-6 hours in water. Alternatively, boil the cashews for 10 minutes to soften them.

Step 3

In a high-powered blender or food processor, combine the pressed tofu, soaked cashews, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, olive oil, minced garlic, and salt.

Step 4

Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed, to achieve a whipped, spreadable consistency.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice for tanginess.

Step 6

Transfer the whipped feta to a bowl and garnish with fresh dill or chives, if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately with crackers, veggies, pita, or as a spread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(610.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1301.0

Total Fat 91.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1261.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 82.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2749.6mg	0%
Iron 17.3mg	0%
Potassium 1709.4mg	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: 61.6%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 14.0%