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5 minute Tofu "Egg" Salad Sandwich

This Tofu Egg Salad Sandwich comes together in 5 minutes, uses pantry ingredients, is super easy. Vegan Egg-less Recipe. Quick Breakfast or Lunch

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 177 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Tofu Salad
  • 14 oz firm tofu
  • 1.5 Tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 to 3/4 tsp Turmeric
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp Indian Black Salt Kala Namak
  • 1/4 tsp or more chipotle pepper powder or other hot chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika optional
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp Scallions or cilantro
  • 1/4 tsp or more freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp or more salt
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons vegan mayo or vegan yogurt or cashew cream
  • Add 1/4 tsp dijon mustard , add 2 tbsp chopped celery for variation
For the Sandwich
  • bread slices
  • greens
  • spicy mustard or vegan mayo

Instructions

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  1. Press the Tofu between your hands to remove some not all excess liquid. Crumble the Tofu into a large bowl with your hands
  2. Add all the ingredients through cilantro and mix well. Taste and adjust to preference. Depending on your tofu(some brands need more flavors), you might need more of the spices, salt or lemon . Chill until ready to serve. Before serving, dress with a very liberal sprinkle of freshly ground pepper! and salt to taste. Tastes best after chilling for some time.
Make the Sandwich
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  1. (Toast the slices if you like them toasted). Layer spicy mustard dip or dijon mustard or vegan mayo on the slice. Add greens, a good layer of tofu scramble salad. and serve.

Notes

  • for variation: Add celery, dill pickle and vegan mayo.
  • Soyfree: Use cooked chickpeas, mash them up, use a good amount of vegan mayo to make them moist. Use chickpea flour tofu or other Soyfree tofu instead. 
  • Nutritional information based on one serving

Nutrition Information

Serving 2g Calories 177kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 6g (9%) Sodium 428mg (18%) Potassium 488mg (14%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 410IU (8%) Vitamin C 2.2mg (2%) Calcium 68mg (7%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 177

% Daily Value*

Serving 2g
Calories 177kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 6g 9%
Sodium 428mg 18%
Potassium 488mg 10%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 410IU 8%
Vitamin C 2.2mg 2%
Calcium 68mg 7%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.