Zepbound Snacks: cottage cheese snack vegetarian
A creamy cottage cheese snack vegetarian zepbound snack made with tofu and dairy-free yogurt — high in protein, dairy-free, and naturally satisfying. Perfect for Zepbound snack lovers.
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Mixing bowl
- ForkSpatula or spoon
- Kitchen towel
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- Storage container (airtight)
- Refrigerator
Ingredients
Base
- 1 block firm tofu drained, not silken
- 1/3 cup dairy-free yogurt plain, coconut or almond-based
Flavoring & Texture
- 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
- 2 tsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast | optional
- 2–4 tbsp plant milk unsweetened, adjust for consistency
- 1 tbsp refined coconut oil melted, optional
Instructions
- Prep the Tofu:
- Drain the tofu well and pat it dry using a clean kitchen towel.
- Cut it into chunks.
- Crumble half of the tofu into a medium bowl using a fork to create a curd-like texture.
- Make the Creamy Mixture:
- Place the remaining tofu chunks in a blender or food processor.
- Add the dairy-free yogurt, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, white miso paste, and nutritional yeast (if using).
- Blend until smooth, adding plant milk one tablespoon at a time until the mixture is creamy but not runny.
- Add melted coconut oil if using.
- Combine and Stir:
- Transfer the creamy mixture to the bowl with the crumbled tofu.
- Stir gently to combine until the texture is both smooth and chunky.
- Chill and Serve:
- Let the mixture rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend.
- Stir again before serving.
Notes
Tips:
Substitutions:
Best For:
Perfect as a Zepbound snack between meals, as a spread on toast, or packed into meal-prep bowls with veggies.
Storage:
Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Stir well before each use.
Nutritional Info (per serving): ~120 kcal, 12–14g protein, 4–6g carbs, 2–4g fat, 200–300mg sodium, ~100mg calcium.
- For a slightly tangier flavor, add extra lemon juice or a touch of mustard powder.
- For a creamier texture, increase the yogurt and use less crumbled tofu.
- Add chopped chives or dill for a savory twist, or cinnamon and berries for a sweet variation.
Substitutions:
- Use oat or soy yogurt instead of coconut or almond.
- Skip the nutritional yeast if you don’t want a cheesy flavor — it’s optional.
Best For:
Perfect as a Zepbound snack between meals, as a spread on toast, or packed into meal-prep bowls with veggies.
Storage:
Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Stir well before each use.
Nutritional Info (per serving): ~120 kcal, 12–14g protein, 4–6g carbs, 2–4g fat, 200–300mg sodium, ~100mg calcium.