By Chloe Wheatland
Creamy Tomato Tofu Pasta
4 steps
Cook:20min
This creamy tomato tofu pasta takes under 20 minutes to make, packs protein from silken tofu and serves four people. The perfect family weeknight dinner!
Updated at: Mon, 28 Aug 2023 22:12:30 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
49
Low
Glycemic Load
51
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories594.3 kcal (30%)
Total Fat9.3 g (13%)
Carbs104.5 g (40%)
Sugars12.1 g (13%)
Protein24.1 g (48%)
Sodium330.1 mg (17%)
Fiber4.8 g (17%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 a cup of pasta water. Drain pasta and set aside.
Step 2
Finely dice the onion and garlic. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium to high heat. Add the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and Italian herb blend and sauté for a further 1-2 minutes.
Step 3
Pour in the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, pasta water, salt and pepper and mix well. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low to medium. Cook for 10-13 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Step 4
Transfer the sauce into a blender. Add the silken tofu and blend until smooth. Pour over the pasta, optionally garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy! Store in the fridge for 4-5 days.
Notes
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Makes leftovers
Go-to
Delicious
Easy
Under 30 minutes
