Creamy Tomato Tofu Pasta Sauce
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Creamy Tomato Tofu Pasta Sauce
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Easy tofu tomato sauce uses silken tofu to transform marinara into a rich and creamy tomato sauce loaded with plant-based protein, low in fat, and nut-free – perfect for pasta!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 6 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 (23-ounce) jar of storebought marinara sauce
- ½ cup of chopped fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon of fresh or dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (12.3) block of silken tofu
- 1 pound of pasta of your choice
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Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic. Cook until they begin to lightly brown. Remove from the heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Put the onion garlic mixture in a blender and add the marinara sauce, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), and silken tofu. Blend until completely smooth.
- Put the sauce back into the pan and bring to a boil. Stirring constantly, cook for 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed
- Enjoy hot with your favorite cooked pasta.
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Notes
- Add spinach peas, diced carrots, sliced mushrooms, and broccoli florets to make a pasta primavera.
- Add spinach peas, diced carrots, sliced mushrooms, and broccoli florets to make a pasta primavera.
- Use the right tofu: Silken tofu is mild in flavor, soft, and will blend into a wonderfully creamy tofu tomato sauce. Here's a great tofu guide to reference!
- If the sauce is acidic: Add a touch of maple syrup or a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes in the vegan tomato pasta sauce.
- Season to taste: Depending on the marinara sauce used, add extra salt and pepper (and other herbs/seasonings) to taste.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
361kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
65g
(22%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Sodium
523mg
(22%)
Potassium
542mg
(15%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
607IU
(12%)
Vitamin C
10mg
(11%)
Calcium
50mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6- 8 servings (1 jar)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 361 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 361kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 65g | 22% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 523mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 542mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 607IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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