Ingredients:
- 1 block firm tofu, crumbled
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until soft.
- Add crumbled tofu and turmeric, cooking for 5-7 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve with avocado or toast.
Scrambled tofu is an excellent source of plant-based protein and is a complete protein, meaning it has all of the essential amino acids. Tofu also contains phytoestrogens that are protective against certain cancers like prostate cancer and breast cancer, and against heart disease.
Nutritionally, tofu offers much to love. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, half a cup of firm tofu offers 21.8 grams of protein with 181 calories and 11 grams of fat. Most of that fat is of the healthy polyunsaturated kind. The high level of protein makes tofu a good alternative to animal-derived meat.
What is tofu scramble made of?
Almond milk – For moisture! Nutritional yeast – It adds yellow color and savory flavor. Dijon mustard – For sharp, tangy flavor. Turmeric – The nutritional yeast adds some color, but the turmeric is really what gives this tofu scramble its sunny hue.
