Tofu Ricotta Cheese

Tofu Ricotta Cheese

This dairy-free ricotta cheese is incredibly cheesy and quick to make with just a few simple ingredients. It's perfect as a spread, a dip, or as a substitute in your favorite sweet and savory dishes.

8 servings
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Instructions

  1. 1

    Chop the firm tofu (14 oz) and add it to a food processor or a high-speed blender.

  2. 2

    Add the nutritional yeast (3 tbsp), lemon juice (2 tbsp), and salt (1.5 tsp). Blend until smooth.

  3. 3

    Serve the ricotta as a spread, dip, or in sweet/savory dishes. For sweet dishes, use less [salt].

Nutrition Facts

Per portion

53
kcal
6
Protein (g)
3
Carbs (g)
2
Fat (g)

Macronutrients

Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Fiber 1 g
Sugars 0 g

Micronutrients

iron
1mg
44% DV
sodium
438mg
152% DV
calcium
63mg
50% DV
potassium
60mg
10% DV
vitamin a
34mcg
30% DV
vitamin c
1mg
9% DV
vitamin k
13mcg
83% DV