11 Creative Ways to Eat Tofu for Breakfast
The next time you're in search of an easy-to-prepare protein source for breakfast but can't stomach the thought of another egg, consider tofu. You may think of it as something that only vegans and vegetarians can appreciate, but it's definitely not exclusive to those groups. Silky, tender, versatile, and affordable, it's a worthwhile purchase whether you eat meat or not. Plus, it's super easy to prepare. You technically don't even need to cook it, but if you do want to warm up it doesn't need more than a few minutes over the fire—perfect for those mornings when you're really too tired to be cooking anything fancy.
As far as your eating options go, there's a lot to choose from. One of tofu's best qualities is that it takes on the flavors of other ingredients, like a food version of Ditto for all my Pokémon fans out there. The various types of tofu at the grocery store—silken, firm, and extra-firm are the most common—vary in texture, with silken tofu being more moist and less textured, and firmer tofu being denser and more crumbly. Extra-firm tofu is a great stand-in for eggs, so scrambles, quiches, and frittatas are all a must. Silken tofu, on the other hand, works surprisingly well in sweeter recipes like smoothies and pancakes, and is a great way to squeeze in a bit of extra protein without any protein powder.
Now that you're armed with this knowledge, go forth and make these 11 tofu breakfasts. Though all of them are vegetarian (and most of them are vegan), they're packed with the protein, fiber, and healthy carbs you need to feel satisfied and energized all morning long.
https://www.blissfulbasil.com1Vegan Spicy Scrambled Tofu Breakfast Tacos from Blissful Basil
Is there a better way to start the day than with tacos? The tofu in this recipe is scrambled with paprika and chili powder and cooked with veggies like red bell peppers and red onions. The resulting tacos are so spicy and so satisfying. Get the recipe here.
http://ohsheglows.com2Sun-Dried Tomato, Mushroom, and Spinach Tofu Quiche from Oh She Glows
There's not an egg to be found in this quiche, but you'd never know the difference. Nutritional yeast adds that yellow, eggy color we all know and love, and tofu takes care of the rest. Get the recipe here.
https://www.connoisseurusveg.com3Tofu Scramble With Kale and Crispy Potatoes from Connoisseurus Veg
If you want this scramble to taste even more eggy, you can use optional ingredient kala namak. Also known as Himalayan black salt, it's a type of salt that's famous for it's funky, pungent flavor, and it'll really make this scramble taste like the real deal. Get the recipe here.
http://dietitiandebbie.com5Mini Vegan Frittatas from Dietitian Debbie Dishes
Make a bunch of these muffin tin-wonders on meal prep Sunday and enjoy quick, nourishing breakfasts all week long. Get the recipe here.
http://thefitchen.com/6Southwest Tofu Breakfast Bowl from The Fitchen
Keep chopped veggies on hand so all you have to do in the morning is scramble your tofu. Get the recipe here.
https://www.thefullhelping.com/7Tofu and Black Bean Breakfast Enchiladas from The Full Helping
First came the breakfast burritos. Then, breakfast tacos took over. Now, meet breakfast enchiladas. Things will never be the same. Get the recipe here.
https://ohmyveggies.com8Tofu Omelet from Oh My Veggies
For this recipe, you'll need to purée the tofu in a food processor until smooth for it to take on the desired, omelet texture. Get the recipe here.
https://www.liveeatlearn.com9Shakshuka With Tofu "Feta" from Live Eat Learn
Live Eat Learn makes tofu taste almost identical to feta by marinating it in apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and a bit of oregano. The whole thing is an excellent, dairy-free spin on a classic. Get the recipe here.
http://annabanana.co/10Tofu Pancakes from Anna Banana
This recipe is another that calls for silken tofu. You'll need to blend it before you add it to your batter, but there's no extra work beyond that. The results are amazing. Get the recipe here.
https://minimalistbaker.com/11Scrambled Tofu Breakfast Burrito from Minimalist Baker
This list wouldn't be complete without a breakfast burrito. Filled with spicy, chorizo-style scrambled tofu, you're going to love it. Get the recipe here.
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