Nut-Free Savory Protein Crumble
Looking for a versatile, protein-packed topping that's nut-free, flavorful, and easy to prepare? This Nut-Free Savory Protein Crumble is your answer! Made with crumbled extra firm tofu, smoky spices, and savory nutritional yeast, this plant-based recipe delivers incredible texture and taste without using nuts. Perfectly baked to golden crispiness, it makes an irresistible addition to salads, soups, pasta dishes, or grain bowls. With just 15 minutes of prep time and straightforward, oven-friendly cooking steps, this vegan-friendly protein crumble is ideal for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners. Plus, it stores beautifully, ensuring you have a delicious and nutritious topping on hand all week.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 ounces extra firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Drain and press the tofu to remove excess moisture. Wrap it in a clean towel and place a heavy object on top for about 10 minutes.
Crumble the pressed tofu into small pieces using your hands or a fork and place it into a large mixing bowl.
Add olive oil, soy sauce, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt to the crumbled tofu.
Mix everything thoroughly until the spices and seasonings are evenly distributed over the tofu.
Spread the tofu mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the crumble is golden brown and slightly crispy.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Use as a topping for salads, soups, pasta, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
932 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.2 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2414 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 75.5 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2753 mg | 212% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1482 mg | 32% | |
*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.
