Vegan Tofu Scramble
A high-protein breakfast you can make in minutes, 320 calories and 24g of protein per serving.
Ingredients
- 200 g firm tofu
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 bell pepper
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Steps
- Crumble the tofu with your hands.
- Saute pepper and spinach in olive oil, then add tofu and turmeric.
- Cook 5 minutes, season with salt and serve.
Nutrition breakdown
At 320 calories it sits in the sweet spot for a satisfying breakfast that still leaves plenty of room for the rest of your meals. Its 24g of protein is a solid contribution toward the 0.7–1g per pound of bodyweight most active people aim for across a day. Its macros land in a balanced 30/15/59 protein-carb-fat split, so it works whether you're cutting, maintaining or gaining. That works out to about 7.5g of protein per 100 calories, a quick way to compare how "filling per calorie" one meal is against another.
Why this breakfast works
This breakfast earns its place because protein is the most satiating macronutrient, so a high-protein meal keeps you full longer on the same calories; keeping carbs low here helps steady your energy and appetite through the afternoon; it proves a plant-forward plate can still hit real protein numbers, not just salad; it stays gluten-free without any specialty ingredients; and it comes together in minutes, which is the real reason healthy eating sticks — convenience beats willpower. Built around firm tofu, spinach, bell pepper, turmeric, olive oil, it's the kind of simple, repeatable meal that makes a healthy diet feel automatic rather than like a project.
Tips & variations
- Prep ahead: double the firm tofu and cook once to have two servings ready — batching is the single biggest time-saver for staying consistent.
- Bump the protein: add an egg, a scoop of Greek yogurt or a few extra grams of firm tofu to push it over 30g if this is your main meal.
- Season boldly: plant proteins soak up flavour, so don't be shy with spice, acid and salt — it's the difference between "healthy" and "actually crave it".
- Track it in one tap: log Vegan Tofu Scramble in FitScan and its 320 calories and 24g protein count straight toward your daily macros.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Vegan Tofu Scramble?
One serving of Vegan Tofu Scramble has 320 calories, with 24g protein, 12g carbs and 21g fat.
Is Vegan Tofu Scramble good for weight loss?
It can be — its 320 calories make it easy to fit into a calorie deficit while staying full, which is exactly what sustainable fat loss needs. Portion it to your target and pair it with plenty of vegetables.
Can I meal-prep Vegan Tofu Scramble in advance?
Most of these ingredients — firm tofu, spinach, bell pepper, turmeric, olive oil — hold up well for a day or two in the fridge. Store components separately and combine just before eating so nothing goes soggy.
Track this recipe automatically
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