Hearty Southwest Tofu Scramble: 1 Delicious Vegan Breakfast
A hearty, high-protein vegan breakfast inspired by global flavors, perfect for fueling your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southwest
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup firm tofu, pressed and crumbled
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- Pinch of turmeric
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons salsa
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add crumbled tofu, cumin, chili powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tofu is heated through and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the salsa and cook for another minute.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Pressing the tofu beforehand helps remove excess water, leading to a better texture.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or jalapeños.
- For extra protein, serve with a side of black beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg