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Creamy Tomato Orzo with Crispy Tofu for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Tomato Orzo with Crispy Tofu is a quick, dairy-free comfort food perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Orzo Base
  • 1 cup Orzo or short pasta or gluten-free pasta as needed
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth or coconut milk for a creamier touch
For the Tomato Mixture
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes or any fresh tomatoes or canned varieties
  • 1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes adjust based on taste preferences
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Dairy-free Cream or cashew cream or oat milk
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast can be omitted or replaced with yellow miso paste
Seasonings & Extras
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots or onions
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning adjust based on taste
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach or any leafy greens
For the Tofu Cutlets
  • 14 ounces Extra-Firm Tofu pressing isn't necessary
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • Sheet Pan
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the tofu into cutlets and coat with soy sauce. Mix breadcrumbs with seasonings, then dredge tofu.
  3. Bake the tofu for 15 minutes, flip, and bake for another 10 minutes until golden brown.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the cherry tomatoes for 5 minutes until blistered.
  5. Add chopped shallots and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes until shallots are translucent.
  6. Mix in the dry orzo, nutritional yeast, and Italian seasoning, then pour in vegetable broth and dairy-free cream. Simmer for 10-12 minutes.
  7. Fold in fresh spinach until wilted before adjusting seasoning.
  8. Serve the creamy orzo topped with crispy tofu cutlets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days for best texture.

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