Walnut Ricotta

DESCRIPTION

Flavorful walnut-based creamy ricotta cheese.

Total Time
1 Hr, 15 Mins
Serves
11
Serving Size
1/4 cup
Meal

Total Time

Prep Time
1 Hr, 15 Mins
Cook Time
0 Mins
Total Time
1 Hr, 15 Mins

Nutrition

Calories
170 cal
Total Fat
17 g
Saturated Fat
1.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
12.2 g
Monounsaturated Fat
2.302 g
Cholesterol
0 mg
Sodium
55 mg
Carbohydrates
4 g
Dietary Fiber
2 g
Total Sugars
less than 1 g
Added Sugars
0 g
Protein
4 g
Vitamin D
0 mcg
Calcium
25 mg
Iron
1 mg
Potassium
120 mg

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups California walnuts, soaked for 1 hour to overnight in water

  • 1 cup water

  • 2 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon nutritional yeast

  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation

  1. Drain soaking liquid from walnuts and place in a blender with remaining ingredients. Puree until fairly smooth.

  2. Scrape the mixture into a cheesecloth or nut milk bag and allow to drain for 1 to 2 hours. Squeeze to release excess moisture after draining.

  3. Place the drained mixture in a sealed container.

  4. Add parsley or other herbs if desired.