Almost Raw Vegan Nut Cheese
Almost Raw Vegan Nut Cheese is a delicious, dairy-free spread made from soaked nuts and flavorful seasonings like garlic and lemon. It's ideal for those avoiding dairy yet craving a creamy, savory cheese substitute. Rich in healthy fats and easy to prepare, this vegan cheese supports gut health and adds flair to crackers, veggies, or sandwiches.
Servings & Time
Servings: 6
Preparation: 10 minutes
Cooking: 10 minutes
Ready: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1-2 tablespoon agar powder
- 1 1/2 cups raw and soaked nuts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1-2 juiced lemon
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2-4 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 clove fresh garlic
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
Directions
- Place all ingredients in blender.
- Cover with water.
- Blend until creamy and leave in the blender.
- Heat water and agar on the stove top in a small pot on medium heat.
- When mixture starts to boil and bubble, turn it on low and let cook for 3 minutes while stirring constantly.
- Add the agar and water mixture to the blender mixture and blend well.
- Pour into containers and chill.
- This cheese substitute will slice and shred after cooled (about 4 hours).
- Goes great with crackers and on sandwiches.
- It can be used right away as a melted sauce for steamed vegetables and whole grains.