Vegetarian Classic Swedish Skagen
Elevate your vegetarian table with the irresistible flavors of the "Vegetarian Classic Swedish Skagen," a plant-based spin on the traditional Scandinavian seafood delicacy. This vibrant recipe swaps shrimp for crumbled extra-firm tofu, perfectly seasoned with bright lemon zest, fresh dill, and savory seaweed flakes to evoke the taste of the sea. Creamy vegan mayonnaise, a hint of Dijon mustard, and tangy capers create a luxurious base that pairs beautifully with golden, skillet-toasted slices of crusty bread. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish offers a quick and flavorful way to impress guests or indulge in a satisfying appetizer. Garnished with fresh herbs and zesty citrus, this vegetarian Skagen is a true showstopper in both taste and presentation—perfect for a light lunch or a party-worthy starter.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams extra-firm tofu
- 1 lemon
- 100 grams vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.5 red onion
- 2 tablespoons seaweed flakes (dulse or nori)
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices crusty bread, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Drain and press the extra-firm tofu to remove excess moisture. Pat it dry with a kitchen towel and crumble it into small chunks resembling shrimp pieces.
Zest and juice the lemon. Set the juice aside and sprinkle half of the zest over the crumbled tofu.
In a medium bowl, combine vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped fresh dill, finely diced red onion, seaweed flakes, capers, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Gently fold the crumbled tofu into the mayonnaise mixture, ensuring that all pieces are thoroughly coated and seasoned. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, drizzle olive oil on both sides of the crusty bread slices. Toast the slices on a skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Spread the tofu Skagen mixture generously over the toasted bread slices.
Garnish with more fresh dill and the remaining lemon zest for additional flavor and presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegetarian Classic Swedish Skagen!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.7 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 3471 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.7 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.1 g | ||
| Protein | 54.4 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1508 mg | 116% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1018 mg | 22% | |
*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.
