Spaghetti With Garlicky Tofu sauce

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A quick and creamy vegan pasta dish featuring savory garlic-infused tofu in a rich tomato sauce
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This comforting Spaghetti with Garlicky Tofu Sauce is the perfect weeknight dinner for a cozy, plant-based meal. The firm tofu absorbs the robust flavors of garlic, onion, and green bell pepper, creating a hearty texture that mimics traditional meat sauces. Combined with a smooth tomato base and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, it offers a satisfying balance of savory and slightly sweet notes. It’s easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and packed with protein. Serve over whole-wheat spaghetti for a wholesome, family-friendly dish that everyone will love.

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Spaghetti With Garlicky Tofu sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 218.3

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This comforting Spaghetti with Garlicky Tofu Sauce is the perfect weeknight dinner for a cozy, plant-based meal. The firm tofu absorbs the robust flavors of garlic, onion, and green bell pepper, creating a hearty texture that mimics traditional meat sauces. Combined with a smooth tomato base and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, it offers a satisfying balance of savory and slightly sweet notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and packed with protein. Serve over whole-wheat spaghetti for a wholesome, family-friendly dish that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole-wheat spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a small amount of pasta water if needed.
  2. While the pasta cooks, press the firm tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut it into 1/2-inch cubes.
  3. Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu in a single layer and sauté for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and slightly crispy on the edges. Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
  5. Add the crushed garlic cloves to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  6. Stir in the tomato or spaghetti sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the sauce simmer gently for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Return the browned tofu to the skillet, gently folding it into the sauce. Heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Season the sauce with dried oregano, black pepper, and dried basil to taste. Adjust salt if necessary.
  9. Serve the garlicky tofu sauce hot over the cooked whole-wheat spaghetti. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 218.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.8g9%
Saturated Fat 1.0g5%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3108.0mg130%
Total Carbohydrate 36.9g13%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g42%
Sugars 23.8g
Protein 8.7g18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: spaghetti, tofu, garlic, vegan, pasta, tofu sauce, quick dinner, vegetarian, plant-based, tomato sauce, green pepper, onion, whole wheat, easy recipe, weeknight meal, protein, comfort food, herbs, sauteed
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