Simple Tofu Scramble with Spinach

Now I’m not vegan, but I think I actually prefer this Simple Tofu Scramble with Spinach over the scrambled eggs version. Its got a similar texture and is just as customizable, but doesn’t have any of the added cholesterol.

This hearty-healthy plant-based alternative is a staple vegan breakfast recipe, but dietary restrictions or not, it’ll be quite a hit at any brunch party! 

I know I posted a tofu recipe before this (the Maple Glazed Tofu), but this one was actually my very first time cooking Tofu.

I never bothered trying a tofu-based recipe because I had not one, but 2 terrible experiences ordering it at a restaurant; One was just uncooked, chili-seasoned tofu in a plain salad, and the other was steamed todu and tossed with broccoli and a sauce that was just too bland and salty. Clearly everything deserves a second third chance.

If you’ve never had tofu before, this is a good place to start. Its a 10-minute recipe and you only need basic cooking skills a few pantry staples.

Tofu Scramble?

Its Vegan scrambled eggs. Instead of egg, you use Tofu.

The recipe is quite similar too. All you have to do is crumble the Tofu, season it, and then cook it like you’re scrambling eggs, tossing in whatever add-ins you’d like.

What goes in?

• Onion and garlic to enhance the flavor
• Turmeric for that vibrant color and a little rich flavor
• Cayenne Pepper: I like things hot, but its completely optional
• Veggies: Spinach & Red Bell Peppers

You can keep the basic recipe the same and sub the spinach for whatever combination of veggies you prefer. The possibilities are endless! 

An easy, Vegan, protein-packed breakfast that even non-vegans will swoon over.

Simple Tofu Scramble with Spinach

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Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Total Time15 minutes mins

Servings: 2 cups

Calories: 135kcal

Course: Breakfast, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Chinese

Simple Tofu Scramble with Spinach is a hearty-healthy and delicious plant-based alternative to scrambled eggs. Just as customizable and a definite hit at any brunch party!

Ingredients

• 8 oz Firm Tofu, 227g
• ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
• ⅛ tsp Cayenne Pepper
• 1 tsp Olive Oil
• 3 Tbsp Onion, Chopped, 30g
• ½ tsp Garlic, Minced
• ¼ tsp each Salt and Pepper
• 3 cups Spinach, Packed, 90g
• 2 Tbsp Red Bell Peppers, Chopped, 19g

Instructions

• In a large bowl, crumble Tofu with a fork, add turmeric and cayenne pepper, and toss to combine. Set aside.
• Heat ½ tsp oil in a skillet over medium-high and fry onions and garlic for 2 minutes until translucent.
• Pour remaining oil, add tofu mixture and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until mixture resembles scrambled eggs.
• Add spinach, stir and cook for 2 minutes until wilted.
• Season with salt and pepper, add chopped peppers and stir for about a minute.

Notes

Nutrition:

• Servings: 2 cups | Serving size: 1 cup
• Calories: 135kcal
• Fat: 7.8g | Saturated fat: 1.1g
• Carbohydrates: 6.9g | Fiber: 4.2g | Sugar: 1.2g
• Protein: 10.9g