GREEN BEANS AND TOFU

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Green beans and tofu are a great vegetarian, protein-rich meal that is easy to make.

Provided by Ursel

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Protein     Tofu

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu, cubed
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
½ teaspoon chili powder, or to taste
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • Combine tofu, 1/4 cup olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl and marinate for 10 to 20 minutes.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil, add beans, and cook until tender yet firm to the bite, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add tofu and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Add beans and season with salt, pepper, and seasoned salt. Mix well and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 284.7 mg, Sugar 2 g

Bosede Adeyi
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I'm not a vegan, but I love this recipe. The tofu is so flavorful and the green beans are the perfect side dish. I'll definitely be making this again.


Gfjv U7i
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the green beans and tofu, and they even asked for seconds.


Staci Condry
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I love this recipe! It's so simple, but the flavors are amazing. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Tiana Palmer
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This recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor. The green beans were still slightly crunchy and the tofu was perfectly browned. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


stephen cerdrick
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tofu. I added some chopped carrots and broccoli to the stir-fry and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Unikdj256
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I'm not a vegan, but I love this recipe. The tofu is so flavorful and the green beans are the perfect side dish. I'll definitely be making this again.


Edwin C
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the green beans and tofu, and they even asked for seconds.


Faheem Ali Laghari
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I'll definitely be making it again.


blessings lipita
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tofu. I added some chopped carrots and broccoli to the stir-fry and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


minura kasun
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I love this recipe! It's so simple, but the flavors are amazing. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


ramitonciv
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This dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. The green beans were still slightly crunchy and the tofu was perfectly browned. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Semvelo Ntuli
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I'm not a huge tofu fan, but this recipe changed my mind. The tofu was so well-seasoned and cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


asad bro
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This recipe was a hit! The green beans were perfectly crisp and the tofu was flavorful and tender. I added a little bit of extra garlic and ginger, and it really took the dish to the next level. Definitely a keeper!