Veggie Tofu Scramble with Mushroom & Basil
This protein-rich, cholesterol-free scramble is my go-to for overnight guests – both friends and family. It’s dressed up with umami-packed mushrooms, slightly sweet and earthy kale, and a variety of spices. A sprinkling of fresh basil elevates the flavor to the next level.
Ingredients
- 1 14- ounce package firm or extra-firm tofu drained
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- 2 cups destemmed chopped kale
- ¾ cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 8 ounces white, baby bella, button, cremini, or portobello mushrooms sliced
- ¼ cup fresh basil sliced into chiffonade (thin ribbons)
- Hot sauce, freshly squeezed lemon juice, diced avocado, and/or nutritional yeast optional, for serving
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, crumble the tofu with your hands or a fork until no large pieces remain. Add the nutritional yeast, salt, pepper, cumin, and turmeric and stir until well combined. Add the kale and tomatoes.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and a pinch of salt. Cook for 4-6 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add the mushrooms and cook for 6 minutes or until their moisture releases and cooks off and they begin to soften and brown.
- Add the crumbled tofu mixture to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the tofu is heated through and the kale has wilted. Turn off the heat and stir in the basil.
- Serve hot with optional toppings, if desired.
Notes
Cruciferous vegetables, such as kale, bok choy, collard greens, napa cabbage, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, arugula, and watercress, offer several health benefits. Do your body a favor and add them to your dishes whenever possible. They are not only rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, but also antioxidants such as sulforaphane, a powerful compound that may boost the immune system and reduce our risk for certain diseases.
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