Tropical Island Tofu Scramble

This tropical island tofu scramble is a delicious and easy way to start your day. The tofu is crumbled and cooked until browned, then combined with chopped onion, bell pepper, mango, pineapple, nutritional yeast, turmeric, and black pepper. The scramble is cooked until the fruit is heated through, and then served immediately.

I developed this recipe after a trip to the Caribbean. I was inspired by the fresh fruit and spices that I encountered there. I wanted to create a dish that would capture the flavors of the islands, and this tofu scramble is the result. It's a healthy and delicious way to start your day, and it's also a great way to use up leftover fruit.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 14 oz. extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 mango, peeled and chopped
• 1/2 cup pineapple, chopped
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Crumble the tofu into a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the olive oil and cook the tofu for 5-7 minutes, or until it's browned.
3. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for 5 minutes more.
4. Add the mango, pineapple, nutritional yeast, turmeric, and black pepper.
5. Cook for 5 minutes more, or until the fruit is heated through.
6. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The tofu is crumbled and cooked until browned, which gives it a slightly crispy texture.
• The chopped onion and bell pepper add sweetness and crunch to the scramble.
• The mango and pineapple add a tropical sweetness to the scramble.
• The nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor to the scramble.
• The turmeric and black pepper add a bit of spice to the scramble.