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Vegan Macaroni Salad (no mayo!)

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.

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

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

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  1. 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).
  2. Cook the macaroni according to packaging instructions.
  3. 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.
  4. Add the tofu together with the marinade and stir together once more.
  5. 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

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

% 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%

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