Vegan Macaroni Salad (no mayo!)

Name: Vegan Macaroni Salad (no mayo!)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 10 oz extra-firm tofu; 2 tbsp tamari; 1 tbsp dried basil; 1 tbsp dried thyme; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 8 oz macaroni; 1 large red bell pepper; 1 large green bell pepper; 1 cup diced tomatoes; 1 cup diced cucumber; 1 cup chopped cilantro; 1 large red onion; 2 tbsp olive oil; ½ tsp salt; 1 tbsp balsamic glaze; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 2 tbsp nutritional yeast; ½ lemon; 1 tbsp capers; ¼ cup pumpkin seeds

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Prep Time
15 mins
Marinate:
30 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings
4
Calories
431 kcal
Course
Side Dish, Main Course
Cuisine
American

Vegan Macaroni Salad (no mayo!)

Omar Parker

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This vegan macaroni salad is so easy to make! With tofu 'feta' and lots of fresh veggies, it's perfect for a summer dinner or cookout.

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Ingredients

Servings

10 oz extra-firm tofu cubed
2 tbsp tamari
1 tbsp dried basil
1 tbsp dried thyme
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
8 oz macaroni
1 large red bell pepper diced
1 large green bell pepper diced
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 cup diced cucumber
1 cup chopped cilantro
1 large red onion
2 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp balsamic glaze
1 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
½ lemon juice of
1 tbsp capers
¼ cup pumpkin seeds

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Instructions

Add the tofu, tamari, dried basil and dried thyme to a mixing bowl. Stir together well, then marinade for 30 minutes (preferably overnight for best results).
Cook the macaroni according to packaging instructions.
Drain and rinse the macaroni, then transfer it to a large mixing bowl together with the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, red onion, olive oil, salt, balsamic glaze, maple syrup, nutritional yeast and lemon juice. Stir together well.
Add the tofu together with the marinade and stir together once more.
Serve immediately with the capers and pumpkin seeds.

Notes

This macaroni salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
Add any other vegetables of your choice. For instance, zucchini, carrots and cabbage also work well in this salad.
You can replace the capers with chopped pickles or olives.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 431kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 64g (21%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Trans Fat 1g Sodium 912mg (38%) Potassium 810mg (23%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 1852IU (37%) Vitamin C 103mg (114%) Calcium 129mg (13%) Iron 6mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 431 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	431kcal	22%
Carbohydrates	64g	21%
Protein	19g	38%
Fat	12g	18%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Sodium	912mg	38%
Potassium	810mg	17%
Fiber	7g	28%
Sugar	12g	24%
Vitamin A	1852IU	37%
Vitamin C	103mg	114%
Calcium	129mg	13%
Iron	6mg	33%