Tango with Tangy: The Dairy-Free Cottage Cheese That’ll Make Your Taste Buds Breakdance!

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If you’re looking for a creamy, delicious, and entirely plant-based alternative to traditional cottage cheese, this Non-Dairy Cottage Cheese recipe is the perfect solution.

Whether you’re lactose intolerant, vegan, or simply exploring more dairy-free options, this recipe captures the texture and flavor of cottage cheese without any dairy involved.

With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of non-dairy cottage cheese that’s perfect for salads, spreads, or as a snack on its own.

I first experimented with making this recipe when I was searching for a dairy-free option to include in my daily meals, and I was amazed at how versatile and satisfying it turned out.

The creamy texture and subtle tang of this non-dairy version make it a perfect substitute for many of your favorite dishes.

This Non-Dairy Cottage Cheese is a game-changer for anyone looking to enjoy the classic cottage cheese experience, without the dairy.

Non Dairy Cottage Cheese Recipe

This easy dairy-free cottage cheese is made with tofu and dairy-free yogurt, blended with nutritional yeast and lemon juice for a tangy, cheesy flavor. It’s perfect as a topping, spread, or standalone snack.
Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine vegan
Servings 5
Calories 99 kcal

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Spoon (for crumbling tofu)
  • Tightly sealed container (for storage)

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cup unsweetened dairy-free yogurt plain or greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp miso paste optional
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder optional
  • 1 pack extra firm tofu around 400g crumbled

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, whisk together dairy-free yogurt, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and optional miso paste and garlic powder until smooth.
    A top-down view of a mixing bowl on a clean kitchen countertop with a white marble cooktop background. In the bowl, unsweetened dairy-free yogurt, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, miso paste, and garlic powder are being whisked together until smooth and creamy.
  • Crumble the extra firm tofu into the mixture using your fingers or the back of a fork.
    A top-down view of the same mixing bowl, with extra firm tofu being crumbled into the yogurt mixture using fingers. The scene shows the tofu evenly crumbled into the creamy mixture.
  • Stir until well combined.
    A top-down view of the mixing bowl on the white marble countertop. A spoon is stirring the crumbled tofu and yogurt mixture until fully combined. The texture is a blend of smooth and chunky.
  • Let the mixture sit for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld (or enjoy immediately).
  • Store in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
    A top-down view of the tofu and yogurt mixture being transferred into a tightly sealed container. The container is placed in the refrigerator, ready to be stored for up to 4-5 days.

Nutrition Facts:

NutritionValue
Calories99kcal
Protein9g
Fat3g
Carbohydrates10g
Sugar5g
Fiber1g

Ways to Use Non-Diary Cottage Cheese!

  • Breakfast: Enjoy it with fruit,  Pancakes, oatmeal, biscuits, muffins, or mix it into a tofu scramble.
  • Lunch: Add vegan cottage cheese to salads, sandwiches, Eggs, and wraps for a cool, tangy, creamy touch.
  • Snacks & Appetizers: It’s perfect for dipping with raw veggies and crackers or spreading on crostini.
  • Dinner: Use vegan cottage cheese in hot dishes like ricotta, such as stuffed shells, lasagna, pizza, or on top of pasta. It also works well as a substitute for sour cream.

These Variations Can Enhance the Flavors!

  • Sweet – Add maple syrup or your favorite sweetener, and serve with fruit, waffles, pancakes, or toast with jelly.
  • Herb – For savory dishes, mix in chopped fresh basil, parsley, chives, or dill. Fresh mint works well with both sweet and spicy cottage cheese.
  • Spicy – Get creative! A few dashes of hot sauce make a tasty dip for crusty bread, or you can add curry powder, chili powder, cayenne, or a sweet-and-spicy chili sauce.

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