Savory Tofu Scramble With Bell Pepper And Avocado
A hearty, plant-based breakfast featuring protein-rich tofu and creamy avocado. Spiced with turmeric and nutritional yeast, it delivers classic savory flavors while keeping your energy steady.
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Before you start
Your 15-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Chop your peppers and onions the night before and store them in an airtight container to save time on 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
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Next: Drain the firm tofu and gently press…
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Drain the firm tofu and gently press…
Drain the firm tofu and gently press out excess water using a clean towel. Crumble it into bite-sized pieces using your hands or a fork.
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Chop the bell pepper and red onion…
Chop the bell pepper and red onion into small, 1/2-inch dice.
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Heat the olive oil in a skillet…
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper and onion, sautéing until they begin to soften, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Push the vegetables to the side of…
Push the vegetables to the side of the pan and add the crumbled tofu. Sprinkle generously with turmeric (for that classic egg-like color), garlic powder, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper.
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Stir everything together and cook for another…
Stir everything together and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes until the tofu is heated through and lightly golden.
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Transfer the scramble to a plate and…
Transfer the scramble to a plate and top with slices of avocado.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
For a firmer
For a firmer, chewier texture, you can use extra-firm tofu and skip the pressing step entirely.
Nutritional yeast is a fantastic pantry…
Nutritional yeast is a fantastic pantry staple to keep on hand; it adds a cheesy, savory flavor and a quick boost of B vitamins.
Chop your peppers and onions the…
Chop your peppers and onions the night before and store them in an airtight container to save time on busy mornings.
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