Tofu Egg Salad
Light, creamy, and bursting with flavor, this Tofu Egg Salad is a vegan twist on a classic comfort food favorite! Made with crumbled firm tofu, a hint of tangy yellow mustard, and the rich umami of nutritional yeast, this dish replicates the texture and taste of traditional egg salad while being completely plant-based. The secret ingredient, kala namak (black salt), adds an unmistakable eggy flavor, while fresh celery and green onions provide a delightful crunch. Perfect as a sandwich filling, salad topping, or dip for crackers, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and is ready to enjoy immediately—or even better after chilling. Whether you’re meal-prepping or serving it at a casual gathering, this vegan egg salad is a healthy, protein-packed option that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz Firm tofu
- 0.25 cup Vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp Nutritional yeast
- 0.25 tsp Ground turmeric
- 0.5 tsp Kala namak (black salt)
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 stalk Celery, finely diced
- 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tsp Pickle relish (optional)
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Drain the tofu and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove excess liquid.
Crumble the tofu into a large mixing bowl using your hands or a fork to create small, egg-like chunks.
Add the vegan mayonnaise, yellow mustard, nutritional yeast, ground turmeric, kala namak, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir to combine thoroughly, making sure all the tofu is coated evenly.
Fold in the diced celery, chopped green onions, and pickle relish if using, to add texture and flavor.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more kala namak for an eggier flavor, or pepper for spice.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired and serve as a sandwich filling, on top of a salad, or with crackers as a dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1617 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 46.8 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 661 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 924 mg | 20% | |
*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.
