Whipped Almond Ricotta
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Recipe type: sides, spreads
Cuisine: Italian
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Serves: 4 servings
 
This Vegan Almond Ricotta recipe taste better than any ricotta I have had. If you add some fresh basil it takes it to a whole new level. Especially if you pair it with some pesto on toast.
Ingredients
  • 2 cups slivered blanched almonds*
  • 2-3 tsp nutritional yeast (plus more to taste)
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ - ¾ tsp sea salt
  • 1 dash garlic powder
  • ¾ - 1 cup water
  • 2-3 Tbsp fresh basil, oregano, or parsley (optional)
Instructions
  1. Add all ricotta ingredients to a food processor. You are looking for a well-puréed mixture with only very small bits of almonds intact. Add a bit more water a little at a time if the mixture is having a hard time blending until smooth.
  2. Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more salt for overall flavor, nutritional yeast for cheesiness, and lemon juice for acidity. For even more flavor, you can add in some fresh basil.
  3. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 5-7 days.
Recipe by Living Smart Granola at https://livingsmartgirl.com/whipped-almond-vegan-ricotta/