Description
A comforting and nutritious tofu tomato pasta dish packed with colorful veggies and rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 225 grams pasta of choice (about 8 ounces)
- 1 pack firm or extra firm tofu (approximately 350g or 12 ounces)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large bell pepper, cored and chopped
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 2 cups spinach (or any leafy green)
- 3 cups tomato sauce (preferably homemade or low-sugar)
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: fresh basil, parmesan, or vegan alternative
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions, salting the water for flavor.
- Crumble the Tofu: Drain and press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then tear it into small crumbles.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat, add the minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped bell pepper and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Introduce Tofu & Spices: Add the crumbled tofu, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add Spinach & Sauce: Stir in the spinach, tomato sauce, and parsley; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine with Pasta: Drain the cooked pasta and mix it with the tofu and vegetable mixture until well coated.
- Serve: Dish out into bowls and add preferred garnishes like basil or parmesan.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating tofu in soy sauce or herbs before cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tofu pasta, vegetarian recipe, easy pasta, vegan meal, healthy dinner
