Introduction
Ever find yourself staring blankly into the fridge on a busy weeknight, wishing for something cozy, quick, and totally plant-powered?
Enter this Non-Dairy Garlic Herb Gournay — your new best friend when you want a little creamy, dreamy magic without any dairy drama.
It’s like a hug in a bowl, but without the guilt trip or the cow’s permission slip. Perfect for slathering on toast, dolloping into salads, or just sneaking a spoonful straight from the jar (hey, no judgment here).
Ready to turn tofu into something that even your most skeptical herbivore pals will drool over?
Let’s get this plant-based party started — your taste buds are in for a cheeky little surprise!
Ingredients
- ½ block (7 oz) extra-firm water-packed tofu (not silken tofu)
- 3 tbsp organic refined coconut oil (liquefy magic!)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp white wine vinegar or raw apple cider vinegar
- 1 to 2 cloves garlic, chopped (garlic power!)
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 2 tsp dried minced chives
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp fine sea salt or kosher salt
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp coarse ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp dried thyme leaves
- Plain unsweetened non-dairy milk to adjust consistency as needed*
This ingredient lineup is basically a plant-powered flavor party!
Tofu and coconut oil team up for creamy vibes, while the garlic and herbs bring all the savory jazz.
Perfect for anyone wanting to dip their toes into vegan spreads without missing an ounce of yum.
How to Make It
Alright, let’s get down to the fun part—making this Non-Dairy Garlic Herb Gournay. You’ll want to start by grabbing a ½ block (7 oz) of extra-firm water-packed tofu—silken tofu is way too shy for this recipe. Give it a good press to shoo away any extra moisture because nobody likes a soggy spread.
Once your tofu is as dry as your favorite plant-based jokes, crumble it into a food processor. Meanwhile, pop open 3 tablespoons of organic refined coconut oil and nuke it in the microwave just until it melts into a silky liquid—think of it as a quick sauna for the coconut oil.
Now, here comes the flavor party: add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, a splash (1 teaspoon) of white wine or raw apple cider vinegar, and 1 to 2 cloves of chopped garlic—because garlic is the Beyoncé of herbs, always the star.
Then toss in all those delightful dried herbs: 2 teaspoons each of parsley and minced chives, 1 teaspoon each of basil and fine sea salt, half a teaspoon of onion powder and coarse ground black pepper, and a cheeky ¼ teaspoon of dried thyme.
Pulse everything together and watch the magic happen. If your mixture looks a bit too thick or stubborn, don’t panic—just drizzle in some plain unsweetened non-dairy milk (almond or cashew milk works best) to smooth it out. It’s like giving your Gournay a little plant-based hug.
The whole process is a breeze and your kitchen will start smelling like a fancy herb garden in no time. This creamy, garlicky spread is perfect for slathering on crackers, dolloping on veggies, or sneaking into sandwiches when no one’s looking.
You’ve just whipped up a vegan delight that’s so good, even your non-vegan friends will be asking for the recipe. Welcome to the plant-powered side of delicious!
Bonus Tips
- Feeling fancy? Swap dried herbs for fresh ones—because your tofu deserves a spa day, not a dust bath.
- If your garlic is shy, invite it to the party with a quick roast; mellow, sweet, and totally plant-astic.
- Need it creamier? Sneak in a splash of cashew milk—because tofu plus nuts equals a love story worth blending.
Why You’ll Love It
This Non-Dairy Garlic Herb Gournay is like a flavor party that crashes your taste buds—in a totally plant-based way, of course.
It’s quick enough to whip up before your favorite vegan podcast ends, and versatile enough to spread on anything from crackers to your questionable midnight toast experiments.
Think of it as your new creamy sidekick that’s here to turn “meh” meals into “heck yes!” moments.
Plus, it’s beginner-friendly, so you don’t have to be a tofu whisperer to nail it.
Nutritional Info
These are estimated values.
Calories: 110
Protein: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 8 g
Fat: 7 g
Nutrition estimates are provided for vibe-check purposes only — they aren’t legally binding promises of eternal health or six-pack abs.
