Tofu Scramble Plant-Based Breakfast (Print Version)

Protein-rich tofu crumbles with vegetables and spices for a satisfying breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Tofu

01 - 14 oz firm tofu, drained and pressed

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
05 - 1 medium tomato, diced

→ Spices & Flavorings

06 - 1 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
08 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
09 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - 1/2 tsp kala namak (black salt), optional
12 - 1/2 tsp regular salt

→ Additional

13 - 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
14 - 2 tbsp non-dairy milk
15 - Fresh chives or parsley, chopped

# How To Make:

01 - Crumble the firm tofu into bite-sized pieces using your hands or a fork, then set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
03 - Add red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly softened.
04 - Stir in the crumbled tofu, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, black salt (if using), regular salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat the tofu evenly with all spices.
05 - Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the tofu is heated through and develops a slight golden color.
06 - Add diced tomato and chopped spinach to the skillet. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomato softens.
07 - Stir in nutritional yeast and non-dairy milk for extra flavor and creaminess. Adjust seasoning to taste, remove from heat, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in plant-based protein with 15g per serving.
  • Quick to prepare, taking only 22 minutes from start to finish.
  • Packed with nutrient-dense vegetables like spinach and red bell pepper.
  • Easy to customize with your favorite seasonings and extras.
02 -
  • Ensure the tofu is firm variety for the best texture; silken tofu will be too soft for this recipe.
  • Crumble the tofu into uneven pieces to mimic the natural look of scrambled eggs.
  • Check labels on nutritional yeast and non-dairy milk to ensure they meet your specific dietary needs.
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