Vegetarian Tofu Recipes

Tofu is commonly used in vegetarian cooking thanks to its high protein, low fat, and flexibility of use. Here are just a few of the many different ways to enjoy tofu.

What is tofu?
Learn more about this versatile food.

Barbecued Tofu Sandwich
One of the things I miss most as a veggie is barbecue sauce, since it's typically eaten with steak or ribs. What can a vegetarian eat barbecue sauce with? I've just learned the answer: fried tofu. Give this barbecued tofu sandwich a try - you won't believe your taste buds.

Breaded Tofu
This crunchy tofu is very bland by itself, but great for dipping into peanut sauce or barbecue sauce.

Breakfast Burrito
There's no set recipe for breakfast burritos - you can stuff them with pretty much anything you like. This recipe is for a basic breakfast burrito that you can customize to suit your own tastes.

Cottage Cheese, Tofu
A combination of tofu, herbs, and barley turns into a vegan version of herbed cottage cheese.

Cream Cheese, Tofu
This tofu cream cheese recipe is perfect on bagels, sandwiches, or anything else that needs a creamy, mildly sweet spread.

Deviled Tofu
This delicious, low carb deviled tofu can be spread on celery or bread, or served atop a green salad.

Fried Tofu
Fried tofu is easy to make and has a nice chewy/crunchy texture.

Mayonnaise, Tofu
Vegans have nothing to fear from this tofu mayonnaise.

Miso Soup
This is a very simple but richly-flavored soup.

Pesto Tofu
A simple, quick, and colorful dish made with tofu, pesto, and tomatoes.

Protein Burgers
These terrific veggie burgers are packed with four sources of protein and lots of flavor.

Salade niçoise
Chickpeas or tofu can be used in place of the traditional tuna fish or anchovies for this vegetarian salade niçoise recipe.

Sausage
This is a delicious, protein-packed, vegetarian breakfast side dish.

Scrambled Tofu
Although scrambled tofu doesn't taste quite like scrambled eggs, it's easy to make and can take any of the additions and toppings you'd would put in an omelette.

Stir-Fry
If you're looking for an easy way to make up a healthy meal out of leftover vegetables, a vegetarian stir-fry is the way to go.

Sun-Dried Tomato Pâté
Looking for an elegant and tasty appetizer? Look no further - this is a real treat for even the most discriminating palates. Also try "red, white, and green" pâté.

Thai Tofu Curry
Delicately sweet and spicy, this is a delicious Massaman-inspired curry made with potatoes and pineapple.

Tofu Burgers
A thick chunk of marinaded and grilled tofu makes a satisfying veggie burger.

Vegan Lasagna
It's easy to make vegan lasagna. All you need are noodles, good tomato sauce, and a tasty tofu mixture in place of the traditional ricotta cheese.

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