The vibrant colors of this simple scramble make it especially appetizing. Ground turmeric gives it a golden hue. Leftovers (if any) make a great sandwich filling.
YIELD: SERVES 6
1 medium red bell pepper, diced (about 1 cup)
1 small carrot, diced (about ½ cup)
4 green onions, chopped (about ½ cup)
1 clove garlic, minced (about 1 tsp.)
½ tsp. ground cumin
¼ tsp. ground turmeric
1 14-oz. pkg. extra-firm tofu, drained and crumbled
½ tsp. hot sauce
2 Tbs. chopped cilantro
Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat and coat with cooking spray. Add bell pepper and carrot, and cook 7 minutes, or until just tender. Stir in green onions, garlic, cumin, and turmeric, and cook 1 minute more. Add tofu and hot sauce, and cook 5 minutes, or until heated through and all liquid has cooked off. Stir in cilantro.
VEGAN
GLUTEN-FREE
30 MINUTES OR LESS
5 More Savory Scramble Options
Want to take your breakfast flavors in a different direction? Omit the cumin, hot sauce, and cilantro and replace them with:
Spanish: smoked paprika, olive oil, and fresh parsley
French: herbes de Provence, black pepper, and 1 tsp. dried tarragon
Cajun: fresh or dried parsley, Cajun seasoning, and chopped green onion
Asian: grated fresh ginger, toasted sesame oil, and chopped green onion
Italian: Italian seasoning, extra garlic, and chopped fresh basil
NUTRITION INFORMATION
Calories: 113
Protein: 11 g
Total Fat: 6 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 32 mg
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 2 g
