Rice Vegan cheese slices from Galaxy Foods are a great addition to many different vegan dishes needing just a little something extra. Or for those dishes that are recreations of favorites from your pre-veggie days. The best thing about these vegan cheese slices is that they taste great and they actually melt!
Vegan cheeses are a great addition to a vegan diet, because they are usually fortified with calcium like dairy cheese, and they add something a little extra to your meals. Most vegan cheeses are in soy varieties, so rice vegan is a nice change for those who don't like soy or have soy allergies. In comparison to some other vegan cheeses, rice vegan is one of the best melters, but their flavors overall are not as strong as the flavors one might find in the Follow your Heart Branch Vegan Gourmet cheese. However, the Follow your Heart cheeses are much harder to melt, as they come in thick blocks. In comparision to other vegan cheese slices, such as Tofutti, which is grainy and has a sharp aftertaste, Rice Vegan is better in flavor and texture.
Rice Vegan cheese slices are casein-free, soy-free, dairy-free, preservative-free, cholesterol-free and gluten-free! The Rice Vegan cheese slices only come in three flavors: American, Pepper Jack, and Cheddar. More flavors, such as a mozzarella, would be welcome by many vegans. The Follow your Heart brand has four flavors, including Mozzarella and Monterey Jack.
A package of Rice Vegan contains 8 cheese slices and you can find them in the alternative cheese or dairy section of your local health food store. And, Rice Vegan cheese slices won't burn a hole in your wallet like some other dairy cheese alternatives, Rice Vegan slices can be purchased for $3.00-$4.00.
Nutritional Information
Rice Vegan Cheese Slices are a great alternative to soy cheeses. They are free from animal ingredients, gluten, and preservatives and are a good source of calcium:
- 20 % Daily Calcium
- 45 Calories
- 0g Cholesterol
- 0g Trans Fat
There are three different tasty flavors of Rice Vegan Cheese Slices to choose from:
American Flavor
The American flavor of the Rice Vegan cheese slices is a nice change from using soy cheese slices. Although the taste isn't incredibly strong, it's creamy texture and easy melt is perfect for a grilled cheese lunch for you or the kids. In comparison to another brand of vegan cheese slices, Tofutti, the rice vegan is better in taste and melting quality. However, the Tofutti brand may be easier to locate in some areas.
Try a classic grilled cheese sandwich with the Rice Vegan American flavor, add a thick slice of tomato, and a little freshly ground black pepper.
Pepper Jack Flavor
The Pepper Jack flavor of Rice Vegan cheese slices is superb. Slightly spicy and super smooth, it is a wonderful addition to many meals. The Pepper Jack flavor is definitely a must try and is the best tasting flavor of the three.
Try the Pepper Jack flavor in a simple veggie quesadilla. Using home-made or store bought tortillas, spread a can of vegan refried beans on one tortilla, top the other side with strips of Rice Vegan Pepper Jack flavor cheese slices and diced onions and green peppers. Place another tortilla on top of the prepared one and cook for about 10 minutes at 400 degrees. Cut into fourths and enjoy!
Cheddar Flavor
Cheddar cheese is the glue that holds many different dishes together. If you are a vegan who has missed melted cheddar over enchiladas, casseroles, baked potatoes, and more, you are in luck. Like the American flavor, the cheddar flavor doesn't exactly match the taste of it's non-vegan counterpart, but it is still a tasty substitute. Rice Vegan Cheddar melts wonderfully and doesn't leave the distinct aftertaste of some of its soy counterparts.
Try the cheddar flavor melted over a baked potato. Top your potato with a can of vegan chili, fresh onions, jalapeno peppers, and strips of Rice Vegan Cheddar Cheese Slices.
More Recipes
For more recipe ideas, visit the Galaxy Foods Web site. Under Consumer Care, select Recipes.
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