Vegan Feta Cheese

This Vegan Feta Cheese is crumbly, salty, and creamy. Most dairy free feta recipes are basically just tofu, but this easy homemade version tastes so close to the real thing, it will blow your mind!

 

Makes 12 SERVINGS

Equipment needed: saucepan, mixing bowl, sieve, blender

Total Time: 15minutes

 

Ingredients: 

  • 1 1/2 cups raw cashews
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup brine from a jar of green olives
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons white vinegar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or 2 teaspoons for more saltiness!
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons agar agar powder

 

Method: 

  1. Bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Pour the hot water over the cashews and let soak for 5 minutes.
  2. Drain the cashews, discard the soaking water and add the cashews, 3/4 cup fresh water and all other ingredients to a high powered blender EXCEPT the agar agar powder. Blend until smooth.
  3. Add agar agar powder to the blender and blend to incorporate.
  4. Transfer to a small pot and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it begins to simmer. Cook for about 2 minutes until it thickens, then remove from heat and place in a mold (I used a round glass bowl).
  5. Chill at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator, uncovered for at least 3 hours until firm.
  6. That’s it! The cheese is semi-soft and spreadable, but you can also slice or crumble it. Enjoy!