High Protein Cajun Potatoes
Elevate your potato game with this delicious and nourishing recipe for High Protein Cajun Potatoes! Perfectly roasted red potatoes are paired with protein-packed chickpeas and crispy cubes of extra-firm tofu, all seasoned with bold Cajun spices for a mouthwatering flavor explosion. Bright hints of red bell pepper and fresh parsley add a pop of color and freshness, while fragrant garlic powder and green onions round out the dish. Ready in just 50 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal as a satisfying main dish or a hearty side for potlucks and family dinners. Loaded with plant-based protein and vibrant veggies, it’s a wholesome and savory meal that checks all the boxes for flavor, nutrition, and convenience! Keywords: High Protein Cajun Potatoes, roasted potatoes, vegan protein recipe, Cajun seasoning, chickpea tofu recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 750 grams small red potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 can (400 grams) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 200 grams extra-firm tofu
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Clean the red potatoes and cut them into quarters. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to the potatoes. Toss them well until the potatoes are evenly coated.
Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
While the potatoes are baking, press the extra-firm tofu to remove excess water, then cube it into 1-inch pieces.
After 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven, and add the chickpeas, cubed tofu, and diced red bell pepper to the potatoes.
Toss everything together gently on the baking sheet and return to the oven.
Bake for another 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and golden brown, and the tofu is slightly crispy.
Once baked, remove from the oven and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh parsley.
Serve warm as a main dish or as a high-protein side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1941 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.6 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7021 mg | 305% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.6 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.9 g | 189% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.1 g | ||
| Protein | 83.4 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1698 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 24.1 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 5494 mg | 117% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
