Southwest Black Bean and Tofu Scramble
A savory, plant-based morning scramble featuring firm tofu and black beans, served with warm corn tortillas. This quick and easy breakfast is rich in fiber and protein to keep you fueled.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
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Before you start
Your 13-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Leftover tofu scramble stores perfectly in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, making it a great option to batch-cook for busy mornings.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
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Ingredients
From Your Pantry
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Next: Heat the olive oil in a skillet…
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Heat the olive oil in a skillet…
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Drain the firm tofu and crumble it…
Drain the firm tofu and crumble it directly into the pan. Season generously with the salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and turmeric for a sunny yellow color. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until heated through and slightly browned.
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Drain and rinse the black beans well
Drain and rinse the black beans well, then stir them into the tofu. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until everything is hot.
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Meanwhile
Meanwhile, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20 seconds until soft and pliable.
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Transfer the warm scramble to a plate
Transfer the warm scramble to a plate, top with the salsa, and serve alongside the tortillas.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Rinsing canned beans thoroughly washes away…
Rinsing canned beans thoroughly washes away excess sodium and starches (oligosaccharides), making them much gentler on your digestive system.
If you have garlic powder or…
If you have garlic powder or onion powder in your pantry, sprinkle a little in with the turmeric and cumin for a deeper, more savory flavor profile.
Leftover tofu scramble stores perfectly in…
Leftover tofu scramble stores perfectly in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, making it a great option to batch-cook for busy mornings.
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