5 things you didn't know you could make with tofu
Kale caesar salad with tofu croutons
Photo, Roberto Caruso
5 ways to use tofu
1. Croutons.
A creamy Caesar is heavy on calories and low on nutrition. Our version dresses superfoods kale and cherries in a tangy, creamy vinaigrette that’s outrageously good. Baked tofu croutons add a fabulous 27 g of protein to each plate. Get the recipe.
2. Creamy pasta sauce.
The secret to getting the amazing sauce in this creamy pasta — without the added calories — is with tofu! Get the recipe.
3. Faux egg salad
Extra-firm tofu takes the place of eggs in a surprisingly egg-salad-like sandwich. Get the recipe.
4. Caesar salad dressing
Creamy Caesar is back on the menu. Silken tofu replaces egg yolks and excess oil, tortilla crisps cancel out croutons — and the flavour? Never better. Get the recipe.
5. Chocolate mousse.
Yes, it can even be used in dessert! (This silky mousse uses a whole package of soft tofu, and you can't tell it's there.) Get the recipe.
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