Smoked Tofu Pesto Pasta

May 21, 2025 | Green Cuisine Recipe, Recipes, Tofu Recipes | 0 comments

Elevate your pasta game with this vibrant and nutritious Smoked Tofu Pesto Pasta recipe featuring Green Cuisine’s premium Smoked Tofu Block. This plant-based protein powerhouse brings a delightfully smoky flavor and firm, meaty texture that perfectly complements the fresh, aromatic pesto. Made with organic soybeans and naturally smoked using traditional methods, Green Cuisine’s tofu adds both depth and nutrition to this Mediterranean-inspired dish.

This recipe combines the heartiness of fusilli pasta with a medley of fresh ingredients – from peppery arugula and sweet cherry tomatoes to creamy avocado and crunchy seeds. The nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy flavor while keeping the dish completely plant-based. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, this dish brings together protein, healthy fats, and fresh vegetables in a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients:

3 Cups Pasta (we used brown rice fusilli and penne)

1 Block Smoked Tofu (chunks)

1/2 Lemon

2 Tbsp Olive Oil

1 tsp Salt

1/2 Cup Pesto Dressing (find recipe here: https://www.greencuisine.com/pesto-crostini-with-tofeta-and-roasted-tomatoes/)

A few Celery Stalks (diced)

A bunch of Arugula leaves

4 Red sweet peppers (sliced)

10 Cherry Tomatoes (halves)

1 Avocado (diced)

2 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast fFlakes)

1 Tbsp Hemp Seeds

Preparation:

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until soft. Drain most of the water, leave a tiny bit in the pot itself.
  2. Shred the smoked tofu into bite-sized chunks.
  3. Squeeze half a lemon over it, sprinkle some salt and olive oil and set aside.
  4. Into the pasta, combine the pesto and mix well.
  5. Add the tofu chunks and combine the pasta. Keep aside while prepping the vegetables.
  6. Add the celery, sliced red sweet peppers, cherry tomato halves, and arugula leaves to the bowl.
  7. Add the diced avocado and fresh thyme leaves.
  8. Toss everything together carefully to avoid mushing the pasta and avocado.
  9. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  10. Serve at room temperature. Garnish with nutritional yeast flakes, hemp seeds over the pasta before serving.

Notes:

  • Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Add the avocado just before serving if preparing in advance.

Ready to level up your pasta game? Get your hands on Green Cuisine’s amazing Smoked Tofu Block and whip up this delicious dish in your own kitchen! The smoky, firm texture of their tofu is seriously a game-changer – it’ll make you forget all about traditional protein options. As spring brings us fresh herbs and veggies, there’s no better time to try this recipe. You can find Green Cuisine’s Smoked Tofu at your local health food stores or order online. Trust us, your taste buds (and your dinner guests) will thank you!