Description
A delicious, easy, and flavorful Easy Garlic Herb Vegan Cheese Spread: a creamy, smooth, plant-based dip heavily infused with garlic, oregano, and parsley. Perfect for crackers and veggies.
Ingredients
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1 ½ cups almond flour
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1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
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2 cloves garlic
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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2 teaspoons dried parsley
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½ teaspoon dried thyme
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½ teaspoon dried dill
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½ teaspoon dried basil
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Salt to taste
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½ cup water
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¼ cup lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
Instructions
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Blend Base: Add the water, lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar), garlic, and almond flour to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
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Mix in Flavorings: Transfer the smooth mixture to a mixing bowl. Add the nutritional yeast and all dried herbs. Stir until fully combined. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
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Set the Cheese: Spoon the mixture into a container and pack it tightly. Refrigerate for 1–2 hours for a firmer, spreadable texture.
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Serve: Enjoy on crackers, toast, bagels, sandwiches, or with fresh veggies!
Notes
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Consistency: Use the minimal amount of water necessary in the blender. The chilling time will firm the spread, but too much liquid initially will make it runny.
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Make-Ahead: This spread is ideal for making ahead. The flavor improves after 12–24 hours in the refrigerator, as the dried herbs fully hydrate.
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Serving Tip: Serve the spread alongside plain, crunchy crackers or lightly toasted baguette slices to let the rich, herby flavor shine.
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Storage: Store the spread refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Flavor Depth: Use fresh garlic if possible, as it provides a much stronger flavor than powdered garlic in a cold dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending, Chilling, No-Bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Entire recipe (full batch)
- Calories: ~960 kcal
- Sugar: ~6 g
- Sodium: Depends on added salt (without added salt: ~30 mg)
- Fat: ~84 g
- Saturated Fat: ~6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~76 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~36 g
- Fiber: ~18 g
- Protein: ~34 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Vegan Cheese Spread, Garlic Herb Dip, Almond Flour Cheese, Healthy Appetizer, Dairy-Free Dip, Quick Dip, Nutritional Yeast, Make-Ahead Dip, Savory Spread