Tofu Pasta Primavera
A vibrant and healthy Italian-inspired pasta dish loaded with sautéed vegetables and pan-seared tofu.
Ingredients
- ●8 oz pastalinguine or fettuccine work well
- ●1 block tofupressed and drained
- ●1 cup harmoniousmixed spring vegetables (e.g. bell peppers, carrots, broccoli)
- ●1 cup crispchopped fresh parsley
- ●2 tbsp italianolive oil
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste pepper
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add the tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 4
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the mixed spring vegetables and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine with the vegetables and reserved pasta water.
- 6
Return the tofu to the skillet and toss everything together.
- 7
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- 8
Serve immediately and enjoy!