How to Make Tofu Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tofu pasta salad is a light, refreshing dish that’s perfect for a summer picnic or a quick and easy weeknight meal. This flavorful and satisfying salad is packed with protein and vegetables, making it a healthy and nutritious option for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a dish to bring to a potluck or simply want to add more plant-based meals to your repertoire, this tofu pasta salad is sure to be a hit.

The star of this dish is the tofu, which is sautéed until golden and crisp...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ (8 ounce) packages rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ (16 ounce) package tofu, drained and cubed
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 ½ teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 large tomato, cubed
  • 1 carrot, shredded
  • 6 leaves fresh basil, thinly sliced
  • 6 sprigs fresh cilantro, minced
  • ¼ cup olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 13 minutes. Drain and cool.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add tofu and thyme; cook until tofu is lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Drizzle with soy sauce and remove from heat to cool.
  • Combine rigatoni, tofu mixture, onion, tomato, carrot, basil, and cilantro in a large bowl. Drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil; stir to coat.
  • Nutrition

    387 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 89mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 158mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 251mg