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Vegan Feta Cheese

Vegan Feta Cheese

With its creamy texture, tangy flavor, and savory aroma, Homemade Vegan Feta Cheese is a delightful addition to any plant-based kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine World
Servings 12 Serving
Calories 166 kcal

Ingredients
  

Vegan Feta Cheese Ingredients:

  • 14 oz. Firm Tofu
  • 1/2 Cup Water
  • 1/3 Cup Refined Coconut Oil melted
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 Tbsp Tahini
  • 1 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp Agar Agar Powder

Feta Cheese Marinate Ingredients:

  • 1/2 Cup Olive Oil
  • 1 Tbsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 Tbsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 Clove of Garlic minced
  • 1/4 Cup Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 Cup White Vinegar
  • 1/2 Tsp Agave Syrup
  • Pinch of Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

The Feta Cheese Base

  • In a food processor, add in the tofu, coconut oil, tahini, apple cider vinegar, agar powder, salt and pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and water. Puree everything until all the ingredients are well combined.
  • Pour the mixture into a saucepan on low heat, and whisk for about 7 minutes until the mixture becomes smooth.
  • Grease a rectangle glass container (this will help cut the cheese into cubes, and pour in the cheese mixture making sure to smooth out the top to even it out.
  • Transfer it to the refrigerator to set for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
  • Once the cheese has set, carefully remove it from the mold and cut in into small cubes

The Marinate

  • In a mason jar or salad dressing shaker, add the vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, thyme, oregano, minced garlic, salt and pepper. Close the lid and give the marinate a good shake to incorporate the ingredients.
  • Add the cubed cheese pieces into the jar and let it soak up all of the marinate. The longer the cheese stays in the marinate the longer it absorb the flavors. You can store this Vegan Feta Cheese in the refrigerator for 5 to 7 days.

Notes

*Please be aware that the nutritional information provided is based on estimates and calculations; hence, we cannot guarantee the correctness of the displayed values. It is important to consult with a qualified healthcare professional or registered dietitian to address specific dietary concerns or health conditions.

Nutrition

Calories: 166kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 218mgPotassium: 88mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 21IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
Keyword dairy free cheese, vegan cheese, vegan feta cheese
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