This quick + easy dairy-free Silken Tofu Ricotta Recipe can be used as a vegan alternative to ricotta in any of your favorite recipes! High in protein, low in fat, flavorful, perfect for pizza, pasta, gnocchi, or as a snack! 5 ingredients + 5 minutes, here we go! No cheese or dairy or nuts? No problem!
Tara’s Tips For Perfect Dairy-Free Silken Tofu Ricotta:
- This recipe is super easy + is ready in 5 minutes!
- First of all, you simply toss everything in a food processor or blender.Β Next, pulse about 10 times. Above all, do not over process!
- Alternatively, you could place everything in a bowl and mash with a fork or whisk together until desired ricotta-like consistency is achieved.
- Use silken tofu not firm or extra firm! Not sure about silken tofu? Check this out: The Vegetarian’s Guide to Silken Tofu.
- No need to drain the water from your tofu package.
- Why nutritional yeast? helps with the cheesy flavor!
- Don’t have fresh garlic on hand? Use garlic powder or granules.Β Instead of the 4 cloves, use one tablespoon.
- Leftovers? Store in a glass bowl or jar in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
- What to do with your perfect Dairy Free Silken Tofu Ricotta?
- you could simply eat it with a spoon or with Quinoa Crackers
- try mixing it in with your favorite pasta or Crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower Gnocchi
- dollop it on top of a pizza
- use it as a dip for Air Fryer Italian Herb Tofu!
- so many options!
What You Need To Make This Easy Vegan Ricotta:
- organic silken tofu
- garlic
- Italian herb seasoning
- apple cider vinegar
- nutritional yeast (new to nooch? read this:Β Nutritional Yeast 101)
- blender or food processor
Love Italian Food? Me too! Try One Of My Other Favorites:
- Air Fryer Italian Herb Tofu
- Italian Herb Hummus Recipe (Oil-Free!)
- Cauliflower Gnocchi Garlic Knots
- Air Fryer Italian Herb Potatoes
- Baked Pasta Casserole
- Creamy Vegan Chickpea Tomato Sauce
- Three Ingredient Tomato Sauce
- Meatless Marinara Sauce
- Easy Baked Pesto Tofu
Dairy-Free Silken Tofu Ricotta
February 3, 2022
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: easy
Quick + Easy Dairy-Free Silken Tofu Ricotta Recipe can be used as a vegan alternative to ricotta in any of your favorite recipes!
Ingredients
- 16-ounce package of organic silken tofu
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tsp Italian herb seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Directions
- Step 1 First, combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Next, pulse 10 times or until a chunky ricotta-like consistency is achieved. Do not over process or blend. Alternatively, you could mix in a bowl and whisk until desired consistency. Finally, enjoy as a snack or add into your favorite recipe that calls for ricotta.
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