Low Sodium Dairy Free Cashew Cheese Ball

Total time2 hr 20 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time0 min

Low Sodium Dairy Free Cashew Cheese Ball

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Ingredients

8 servings

For the cheese ball

2 cups raw cashews, soaked in cold water for at least 2 hours, then drained
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3 tbsp nutritional yeast
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp salt
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.
¼ tsp smoked paprika
2–3 tbsp water, as needed

For the coating

¾ cup pecans, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

For serving

crackers or sliced vegetables, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Soak the cashews in enough cold water to cover by 2 inches for at least 2 hours (or up to overnight), then drain and rinse well.
2
Add the drained cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and smoked paprika to a food processor. Process for 3–4 minutes, scraping down the sides every minute, until the mixture is very smooth and creamy with no visible cashew pieces. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time if needed to help the mixture blend — it should be thick enough to hold a shape, not pourable.

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