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Pesto Tofu Pasta

Pesto Tofu Pasta

Cost $15, save $20

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  • 25 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 1 pound tri-colored spiral pasta

  • Dairy

    • 🥛 2 cups milk
    • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

  • Sauces & Oils

    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 1 (1.2 ounce) package creamy pesto sauce mix
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • Protein

    • 1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cubed

  • Vegetables

    • 🍄 1 pound fresh mushrooms, coarsely chopped
    • 1 cup sliced black olives
    • 1 sprig fresh basil

  • Seasoning

    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • 1 tablespoon capers

STEPS

1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Stir in spiral pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

2

Blend together milk, 1/4 cup olive oil, and pesto sauce mix in a medium bowl.

3

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Place tofu in the skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until evenly browned. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.

4

Place mushrooms into the skillet; cook about 5 minutes. Stir in olives, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, and capers. Mix in tofu and pesto sauce. Continue cooking until heated through, about 5 minutes.

5

Serve tofu pesto sauce over spiral pasta. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese and basil.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

351

Calories

  • 18g
    Protein
  • 28g
    Carbs
  • 20g
    Fats

💡 For a creamier texture, use whole milk instead of skimmed.Dice tofu into smaller cubes for a more even distribution in the dish.Add pine nuts or walnuts for extra crunch and flavor.