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Creamy Tomato Orzo with Crispy Tofu Cutlets

Creamy Tomato Orzo with Crispy Tofu Cutlets in 30 Minutes

Enjoy a quick and delicious Creamy Tomato Orzo with Crispy Tofu Cutlets, ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegan
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Orzo
  • 1 cup Orzo can substitute with any short pasta or gluten-free orzo
  • 1 cup Tomatoes mixed cherry and sun-dried
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth opt for high-quality broth
  • 1 cup Dairy-free Cream alternatives include cashew cream, oat milk, or coconut milk
For the Tofu Cutlets
  • 14 ounces Firm Tofu extra firm recommended
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free option works well
  • 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast optional, can be substituted with cornstarch
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme fresh thyme recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Slice extra firm tofu into thin cutlets and whisk together soy sauce with nutritional yeast, onion powder, Italian seasoning, thyme, and oregano.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, arrange coated tofu cutlets, and bake for 15 minutes. Flip and bake for another 10 minutes until golden and crispy.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook until blistered for about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Stir in chopped shallots, sun-dried tomatoes, and minced garlic, cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add orzo to the skillet, then pour in vegetable broth and dairy-free cream, stir to combine, and let simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
  6. Once orzo is creamy, stir in fresh spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Serve hot topped with the crispy tofu cutlets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days. For optimal taste, enjoy immediately after cooking.

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