21 Day Fix Tofu and Tempeh Recipes
Autumn has two delicious vegan recipes here for you. One uses tofu and the other uses tempeh to create two protein-packed dishes that even meat lovers will enjoy!
These vegan proteins count as red containers in the 21 Day Fix nutrition plan.
Tofu Stir Fry
Try this healthy 21 Day Fix-approved Tofu Stir Fry!
Ingredients
- 2 tsp. extra-virgin organic coconut oil
- 12 oz. firm tofu drained, patted dry, cut into ¾-inch cubes (about 1½ cups)
- 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup raw spinach
- sea salt or Himalayan salt
- hot pepper sauce to taste; optional
Instructions
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1. Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
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Add tofu; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes.
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Add bell pepper and spinach; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until bell pepper is softened and spinach is wilted.
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Add salt (if desired) and hot sauce; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute, or until heated through.
Recipe Notes
The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.
Portion Fix Containers
1 Green
1 Red
1 tsp.
Autumn’s Tempeh with Tahini
This protein-packed Tempeh recipe is one vegan dish that even meat lovers will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp. tahini paste
- 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 to 2 Tbsp. water
- 2 tsp. extra-virgin organic coconut oil melted
- 6 oz. soy tempeh cut into strips
- ¼ tsp. sea salt or Himalayan salt (to taste; optional)
- ¼ tsp. ground cumin
Instructions
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Combine tahini and lemon juice in a small bowl; mix well.
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Add water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, to reach desired consistency; mix well. Set aside.
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Heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat.
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Add tempeh. Season with salt and cumin; cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
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Serve tempeh with tahini dipping sauce.
Recipe Notes
The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 236
Total Fat: 16 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 297 mg
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugars: 0 g
Protein: 17 g
Portion Fix Containers
1 Red
2 tsp.