Plant-Based Mozzarella Pasta with Tofu

Details

• Author: CuisineSavvy
• Cuisine: Italian
• Course: Main
• Servings: 6
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Diet: Vegan
• Categories:#Vegan#GlutenFree#ComfortFood

Nutritional Values

This plant-based mozzarella pasta with tofu offers a balanced meal that is rich in fiber, protein, and healthy fats, with the added benefit of using whole grains when opting for gluten-free pasta. Vegan mozzarella and tofu provide great plant-based alternatives to traditional ingredients.

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calories	450 kcal	--
Total Fat	24 g	31%
Saturated Fat	3 g	15%
Sodium	900 mg	39%
Dietary Fiber	6 g	21%
Total Sugars	8 g	--
Protein	18 g	36%

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Plant-Based Mozzarella Pasta with Tofu

A creative plant-based twist on a classic mozzarella pasta. This version uses tofu and a melty vegan mozzarella for a rich, cheesy, and satisfying meal.

Ingredients
[ ] 1 pound Penne or Rigatoni, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 package (8oz) tofu, cut into small bite-sized pieces, 3 pints grape tomatoes, halved, 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced into rounds, 10 oz. vegan mozzarella (internal recipe Melty Stretchy Gooey Vegan Mozzarella), 1/2 cup peperoncini, thinly sliced, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon white balsamic or white wine vinegar, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 12 whole basil leaves (chiffonade), Optional: freshly grated vegan parmesan.

Instructions
[ ] 1. 1.
[ ] 2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
[ ] 3. Drain and set aside.
[ ] 4. 2.
[ ] 5. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
[ ] 6. Add the tofu, season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper, and sauté until browned (about 8 minutes).
[ ] 7. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
[ ] 8. 3.
[ ] 9. In the same skillet, heat 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat.
[ ] 10. Add the halved grape tomatoes, garlic, and red onion.
[ ] 11. Cook until softened (about 8 minutes).
[ ] 12. 4.
[ ] 13. Stir in the oregano and vinegar, season with 1 teaspoon salt and more pepper to taste.
[ ] 14. 5.
[ ] 15. Add the cooked pasta and sautéed tofu to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce.
[ ] 16. Stir in the vegan mozzarella until it melts and becomes gooey.
[ ] 17. 6.
[ ] 18. Remove from heat and stir in the sliced peperoncini and basil leaves.
[ ] 19. Optionally, top with freshly grated vegan parmesan.
[ ] 20. Serve hot and enjoy.

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