TOFU PESTO PASTA RECIPE
The tofu gives this pesto pasta recipe a cheesy creaminess, and the spices and basil make such a delicious sauce.
Provided by Miriam Hahn,Tasting Table Staff
Categories main course
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Remove the tofu from the package and discard the water.
- Press the tofu by placing it in a shallow bowl or dish. Place a flat plate on top of the tofu and place something heavy on top of the plate. Let it sit for about 20 minutes, then pour out the water collected in the bowl.
- When the tofu is ready, prepare the pasta by following the instructions on the box, reserving ¼ cup of the cooking water.
- Cube the pressed tofu and add it to the food processor along with the basil, nutritional yeast, garlic, walnuts, olive oil, 3 tablespoons water, lemon juice, salt, oregano, garlic powder, and pepper. Blend until it is a smooth sauce.
- Drain the cooked pasta, and place the drained pasta back in the pot.
- Add the sauce and reserved cooking water. Stir to combine.
- Serve in individual bowls and top with basil, tomatoes, and pine nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 584 calories, Carbohydrate 67 g carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 mg cholesterol, Fat 24 g fat, Fiber 10 g fiber, Protein 33 g protein, SaturatedFat 3 g saturated fat, ServingSize 0 g, Sodium 606 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
TOFU PESTO PASTA
An inexpensive, meatless dish using soft tofu to make a creamy sauce. This is made with all fresh ingredients for best results.
Provided by threeovens
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, then transfer to a large serving bowl.
- Meanwhile, clean the mushrooms, discarding stems; cut into thin slices. Mince the onion and garlic. Core and seed the tomato, discarding liquid, then dice small. Squeeze out 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice.
- Combine basil and 1 tablespoon of oil in a blender or food processor. Pulse until well blended, then add another tablespoon of oil, tofu, and Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, saltn and pepper. Process until smooth. Pour into a large skillet and heat over low heat just until warmed through.
- In a separate skillet heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add mushrooms, onions, and garlic. Cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until the mushrooms give up their liquid and the onions are softened. Add to the pasta in the serving bowl. Add the tofu-pesto mixture to the pasta and toss well.
- Serve with diced tomato scattered over top like a garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.4, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 18.7, Sodium 446.6, Carbohydrate 51.7, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.6, Protein 21.1
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