Featured Ingredient: Tofu Bean Curd

What is TOFU?

Tofu, which is sometimes referred to as bean curd, is made by pressing the curds created by coagulating soy milk into the soft white blocks that you see in the grocery store. It has a high protein value given its relatively low caloric count and it is a great source of iron, calcium, and magnesium.

VIDEO tutorial: WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH TOFU

Tofu is a really versatile ingredient. You can use it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner to substitute meat, eggs or dairy in some of your favorite recipes.

NUTRiTIONAL FACTS ABOUT TOFU

1/2 a cup of Tofu Contains:

• 94 calories
• 10 grams of protein
• 6 grams of fat
• NO cholesterol
• 9 grams of sodium
• 2.3 grams of total carbohydrates

RECIPES THAT INCLUDE TOFU

Strawberry and Walnut Spring Salad with Tofu Citrus Scallops

Veggie Tofu Quiche

Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner Tofu Scramble

Crispy Fried Tofu

Tofu Bibimbap 

Tofu Egg Salad

Tofu Feta Cheese

Alabama White Sauce Tofu Skewers

Grilled Watermelon and Tofu Tacos

Tofu or Seitan Merango with Lemon Polenta

Summer Squash Tart

Grilled Peaches with Maple and Vegan Ricotta