Vegan Almond Ricotta Recipe
This vegan almond ricotta recipe is an easy to make plant-based whole food spread. It only takes a few simple ingredients to create this delicious vegan cheese.
You’ve landed on the right page if you’re asking….
Is there a non dairy substitute for ricotta cheese?
The answer is YES! If you are wondering what makes this non dairy, is the almonds. It is absolutely crucial that you use almond slivers and soak them beforehand. I have not tried using this with whole raw almonds, but I imagine it would make the look and texture different.
Not only is this vegan almond ricotta cheese delicious with flavor and texture, but it is also nutrient dense.
What makes almonds so healthy?
According to heathline, almonds boast an impressive nutrient profile. A 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of almonds contains (1):
- Fiber: 3.5 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Fat: 14 grams (9 of which are monounsaturated)
- Vitamin E: 37% of the RDI
- Manganese: 32% of the RDI
- Magnesium: 20% of the RDI
- They also contain a decent amount of copper, vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and phosphorus.
Okay so now that you have an idea of what almonds contains, let’s get to making this vegan almond ricotta. Here are all the ingredients and simple method to make this cheese, but also feel free to scroll down to the recipe card for an easier read.
Ingredients for Vegan Almond Ricotta Recipe
almond slivers (soaked in hot water for 15 minutes)
water
fresh squeeze lemon juice
sea salt
Method for making this vegan almond ricotta recipe
First start off by soaking the almond slivers in hot water for 15 minutes. Boil the water beforehand then allow it to soak in a bowl with the almond slivers.
Then drain out the water from the almond slivers and place in an immersion blender or food processor. Along with the sea salt, apple cider vinegar and fresh squeezed lemon juice.
Start from low speed to high speed and keep adding a tablespoon of water at a time until it is the desired consistency. It should be thick and spreadable. Enjoy!
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Vegan Almond Ricotta Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond slivers (soaked for 15 minutes)
- 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3-4 Tbsp water
- 1/2 squeeze lemon juice (about 1/2 to 1 Tablespoon)
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- First start off by soaking the almond slivers in hot water for 15 minutes. Boil the water beforehand then allow it to soak in a bowl with the almond slivers.
- Then drain out the water from the almond slivers and place in an immersion blender or food processor. Along with the sea salt, apple cider vinegar and fresh squeezed lemon juice.
- Start from low speed to high speed and keep adding a tablespoon of water at a time until it is the desired consistency. It should be thick and spreadable. Enjoy!
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