Zucchini & Tomato Tofu Scramble
A quick, savory plant-based scramble packed with protein and healthy fats. Zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado make this a bright and satisfying start to your day.
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
Makes
1 serving
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthTrigger-aware comfort
Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
This meal batch-cooks beautifully. You can double or triple the tofu and vegetables, store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, and just add fresh avocado after reheating.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep oz extra-firm tofu (drained), cup zucchini (diced), medium avocado (sliced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
From Your Pantry
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Instructions
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Next: Heat a splash of olive oil in…
- 01
Heat a splash of olive oil in…
Heat a splash of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced zucchini and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly softened.
Look for: slightly softened
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Crumble the extra-firm tofu directly into the…
Crumble the extra-firm tofu directly into the pan using your hands. Stir in a pinch of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and a dash of turmeric for a vibrant golden color.
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Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet…
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tofu is heated through and the tomatoes begin to blister.
Look for: the tofu is heated through and the tomatoes begin to blister
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Transfer the hot scramble to a plate…
Transfer the hot scramble to a plate and top with the sliced avocado before serving.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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