Summer Tofu and Corn Pasta

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 11
Delicious Summer Tofu and Corn Pasta recipe perfect for a healthy summer dinner
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pound spinach farfalle pasta
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 packages firm silken tofu , drained and diced
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 ears fresh sweet white corn , cut from the cob
1/3 cup nutritional yeast

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
414
Sugar
20g
Fat
10g
If you are looking for a quick and healthy summer dinner recipe, this Summer Tofu and Corn Pasta is a great option. This dish is light, satisfying and perfect for a hot summer day. The dish is flavored with a honey-mustard sauce and topped with nutritional yeast which provides a cheesy flavor without any dairy. The recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and high in protein, making it a great option for anyone following a plant-based diet. The addition of tender sweet white corn adds a burst of sweetness and crunch to the dish.

Instructions

1.Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 5-7 minutes.
3.In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon and dry mustards, salt, and pepper to taste. Set aside.
4.Add corn to the skillet and cook until tender and lightly charred, about 5 minutes.
5.Reduce heat to low, add the pasta and honey-mustard mixture, and toss until everything is well coated. Remove from heat and sprinkle nutritional yeast over the top.

PROS

This pasta is full of fresh summer flavors, is vegan and gluten-free, and can be made in under 30-minutes.

Tofu is a great source of plant-based protein and the addition of nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without the use of dairy.

Corn is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.

CONS

Some people may not like the texture of silken tofu in their pasta.

The addition of nutritional yeast may not be to everyone’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a great option for those following a vegan, gluten-free or plant-based diet.
Tofu is a good source of plant-based protein, vitamins and minerals.
Corn is rich in fiber which promotes digestive health and is also a good source of antioxidants. Nutritional yeast is a great source of B vitamins and is often fortified with vitamin B12 which is important for nerve and blood cell health.

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