Best 6 Tofu Egg Salad Recipes

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Tofu egg salad is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional egg salad. Made with tofu, mayonnaise, and a variety of vegetables, tofu egg salad is a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. It is also a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on sandwiches, salads, or as a dip. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy lunch or a healthy snack, tofu egg salad is a great option.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

VEGAN EGG SALAD (WITH TOFU)



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This eggless tofu salad is the perfect high-protein sandwich filling or salad topper! It's so creamy and flavorful you won't miss the eggs at all.

Provided by Sarah Sullivan

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package medium-firm tofu (sizes vary; see notes)
1 stalk green onion, finely-sliced
1-2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
1-2 stalks celery, finely diced
1/3 cup vegan mayo (see notes)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
1/8 teaspoon turmeric (optional, for color)
1/2 teaspoon black salt (kala namak)
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Drain tofu, wrap in a clean tea towel and press for 30 minutes under a plate with a few cans. (This step is important; if you don't press out excess liquid, your salad will become watery as it sits.)
  • Finely chop half of the tofu. Mash the other half. The two textures will mimic the different textures of egg whites and egg yolks. (Optional, but I also find mashing some of it makes the mixture a bit more cohesive so pieces of tofu are less likely to fall out of your sandwich.)
  • Stir tofu together with remaining ingredients. You can serve it immediately, but it's best if you let it marinate for a few hours or even overnight in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145, Sugar 1.3 g, Sodium 360.2 mg, Fat 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 9.7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

TOFU EGG SALAD



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A good eggless tofu salad that is great in sandwiches or on it's own in a lettuce cup. Trader Joe's sells a good vegan mayonnaise, or you could use a soy yogurt but it will be more tangy. The nutritional yeast gives it a cheesy flavor. Another great recipe from Just the Food.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Breakfast

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (12 ounce) package extra firm tofu (pressed, drained and cubed or crumbled)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 yellow onion, diced (1 cup)
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon dill
1/8 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika is good too)
1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise (vegannaise)
1 tablespoon yellow mustard (French's recommended or use whole grain mustard if you like)
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place oil, onion and garlic in a skillet on medium high heat . Saute until fragrant, 3-5 minutes.
  • Add tofu (cut into tiny little 1/4 inch cubes or crumbled) and saute 10-12 minutes or until golden.
  • Reduce heat add spices and nutritional yeast. Fold until well coated, remove from heat and let cool.
  • Once cool, add mayonnaise and mustard. Mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
  • Serve on sprouted grain bread, in a whole grain tortilla, or on a bed of greens. Makes enough filling for 8 wraps or sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.1, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 3.6, Sodium 104.7, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.5, Protein 6.2

VEGETARIAN TOFU AND EGG SALAD RECIPE



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This vegetarian recipe looks and tastes like real egg salad-but it's not! Serve on bread with lettuce for a vegan tofu egg salad sandwich.

Provided by Jolinda Hackett

Categories     Lunch     Salad     Sandwiches

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (14-ounce) block firm tofu (drained)
1/3 cup vegan mayonnaise (good brands are Vegenaise or Just Mayo)
1/3 cup sweet pickle relish
1/2 tsp lemon juice
1/2 stalk celery (diced)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp mustard
dash paprika for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized bowl, gently mash the tofu with a fork until it has the consistency you prefer. You might like to have a few little chunks of tofu or prefer a more crumbly egg salad or a more chunky texture. Err on the side of a bit smaller than a bit larger, as it will carry the rest of the flavors better.
  • Add the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, lemon juice, and diced celery, stirring to combine well.
  • Then sprinkle with the garlic powder and onion powder and stir in the mustard.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings to taste. You might want to add a dash of salt if you're used to saltier foods.
  • Finally, sprinkle with a dash of paprika for a bit of color and garnish, if you'd like. Serve your tofu egg salad on lightly toasted bread with lettuce and a couple of tomato slices for a vegan "egg" salad sandwich or spread on crackers for a casual vegetarian hors d'oeuvres. This recipe is vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free (but only if you eat it as a salad and not as a sandwich, of course, or you can use gluten-free bread).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 14 g, ServingSize 2 to 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CREAMY TOFU SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Sandwich     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Mayonnaise     Tofu     Celery     Summer     Healthy     Chive     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (14-oz) package firm tofu, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Accompaniments: sandwich bread; lettuce leaves; sliced tomato

Steps:

  • Finely mash tofu with a fork in a bowl, then let drain in a sieve set over another bowl, about 15 minutes (discard liquid).
  • While tofu drains, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, turmeric, and mustard in bowl, then stir in tofu, celery, chives, salt, and pepper.

TOFU SALAD



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To make the tofu extra crispy in this tofu salad recipe, we recommend draining some of the liquid and cooking it in a generous amount of oil at high heat. It takes a little extra time, but it's worth it! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (16 ounces) extra-firm tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons Sriracha chili sauce or 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons canola oil
6 cups torn romaine
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Blot tofu dry. Wrap in a clean kitchen towel; place on a plate and refrigerate at least 1 hour. In a large shallow dish, whisk vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sriracha, peanut butter and ginger until smooth. Add tofu; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 3-5 hours, turning occasionally. Drain tofu reserving marinade; pat dry. In a large skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add tofu; cook until crisp and golden brown, 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from pan; drain on paper towels. In a large bowl, combine romaine, carrots, avocado, tomatoes, onion and tofu. Pour reserved marinade over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 31g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

TOFU "EGG SALAD"



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Categories     Salad     Vegetable     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Healthy

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb extra firm tofu
1/4 cup each finely diced red bell pepper, celery, and carrots
2 tbsp minced scallions
1 tbsp chopped Italian parsley
1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup low fat mayonnaise
2 tsp small capers or minced cornichons
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp white wine vinegar
S&P to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse tofu. Place it in a clean kitchen towel, gather up the corners, and twist to squeeze out all the water. Crumble the tofu in a bowl and add all other ingredients, mixing lightly with a fork. Refrigerate at least a half hour before serving, as it takes time for the flavors to fully develop.

Tips:

  • Use extra firm tofu: This will give your egg salad a firmer texture that's more like traditional egg salad.
  • Press the tofu well: This will remove excess water and help the tofu absorb the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Mash the tofu with a fork: This will help it break down and resemble scrambled eggs.
  • Add plenty of flavorings: This is where you can get creative and add your own personal touch to the egg salad. Some popular flavorings include celery, onion, red pepper, pickles, capers, and fresh herbs.
  • Use a vegan mayonnaise: This will help keep the egg salad vegan. There are many different vegan mayonnaise brands available, so you can find one that you like the taste of.
  • Chill the egg salad before serving: This will help the flavors meld together and make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Tofu egg salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It's a great option for vegans and vegetarians, and it's also a healthy and affordable way to get your protein. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a hearty and satisfying dinner, tofu egg salad is a great choice.

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