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Tofu feta.

5-Minute Vegan Feta Cheese (With Tofu)

Justine Drosdovech
Try vegan feta cheese for a plant-based take on traditional dairy-based feta! It’s rich, tangy, and salty — just how it should taste. Plus, it comes together with only 5 minutes of prep work!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Course How-to, Vegan Basics
Cuisine Greek
Servings 6 servings
Calories 137.5 kcal

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Mason jar or container

Ingredients
 

US Customary - Metric
  • 21 ounces firm tofu
  • 6 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon white miso
  • 2 teaspoons nutritional yeast
  • 2 teaspoons oregano (or Italian seasoning)
  • 2 - 2 ½ teaspoons sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Drain and place the tofu in a press. If you don’t have a press, wrap the block in a clean tea towel or some paper towel.
  • Place it between 2 flat surfaces with a heavy object on top (like a cast-iron skillet with cans or cookbooks in it). Leave it to press for about 15-30 minutes (the longer you press it, the firmer it will turn out).
  • In the meantime, combine the vinegar, lemon juice, water, olive oil, miso, nutritional yeast, oregano, and salt in a container or bowl big enough to fit the tofu.
  • Cube the tofu into bite-size pieces, then transfer the cubes to the container or bowl with the marinade. Shake the container or stir the tofu gently until it's coated. Transfer the tofu to a jar or container if it's in a bowl.
  • Let it chill in the fridge for 2 hours, but preferably overnight to fully infuse the flavors. Serve vegan feta in Greek salads, Buddha bowls, wraps, and more. Happy eating!

Notes

  • Use firm tofu: Use firm or extra-firm tofu for the best results. If you use softer varieties, you won’t be able to achieve the ideal feta texture.
  • Press the tofu: If you’re using firm tofu, it’s essential to press it for at least 15-20 minutes to allow for better absorption of the marinade.
  • Let it marinate: For the best flavor development, let the tofu marinate for at least 2 hours. However, it’s even better to leave it overnight.
  • Taste and adjust: This vegan feta recipe is highly customizable, so we recommend tasting and adjusting the salt and acidity level to your liking.
  • Opt for quality oil: Use high-quality extra-virgin olive oil for the best taste and texture. This is especially important since there are few ingredients in the recipe.
  • Cut bite-sized pieces: Take your time cutting the tofu into even, bite-sized pieces. This will promote optimal marinating and a better eating experience.
  • Drain the tofu: Before using it in recipes, drain the excess marinade off the tofu.
  • Nutritional information is a rough estimate and should not be taken as health advice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 137.5kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.9g | Protein: 9.6g | Fat: 9.2g | Saturated Fat: 1.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4.6g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1079.6mg | Potassium: 38.2mg | Fiber: 1.1g | Sugar: 0.7g | Vitamin A: 2.9IU | Vitamin C: 2.9mg | Calcium: 127.9mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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