Name: 6-Ingredient Sweet Potato Tofu Scramble
Cook time: 20 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegan Melt Organic butter; 1 large sweet potato (chopped into 1-inch cubes ); 1/2 block firm tofu (8 ounces ); 1/2 cup cooked or canned black beans; 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast; 1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder; Salt; Your favorite seasonings

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Don’t be shy – pile on that plate high with a sweet potato tofu scramble.

When breakfast rolls around, I like it savory, satisfying, and packed with plant-based protein. Of course, I like to do this in a way that’s also affordable and approachable – so tofu scramble it is.

For a breakfast tofu scramble, I either use extra firm tofu or firm tofu. Either one works and I use them interchangeably. Because I like my tofu scramble to be firm and chewy, I pan-fry the tofu scramble over the highest heat. This cooking method helps steam off any excess moisture, in addition to adding a nice chew.

In this recipe, we’re using 6 plant-based ingredients including tofu, sweet potatoes, spices, vegan butter, and black beans. Easy-to-find ingredients that are also easy on the wallet. If you’re on to go, it takes only 20 minutes to whip up, and you can roll up your scramble into a burrito.

For the spices and seasonings, feel free to use your favorite pantry items. For tofu scramble, mine include garlic powder, smoked paprika, turmeric and, nutritional yeast.

No need to press your tofu for a tofu scramble. A bit of moisture is fine. Just pour out any excess liquid.

More Tofu Scramble Recipes:

Plate of basic tofu scramble with a side of 4 pieces of toast

Similar to a traditional breakfast egg scramble, there’s plenty you can add to your plate. Here are a few ideas:

Tomatoes
Spinach
Onion
Mushrooms
Potatoes
Garlic
Vegan sausages
Kale
Asparagus
Broccoli
Salsa
Avocado
Bell Peppers

Side up your 6-ingredient sweet potato tofu scramble with buttered toast, warm tortillas, or a pile of steamed veggies.

You can also bring your tofu scramble to a whole new level in an oil-free vegetable “fried” rice.

For more breakfast recipes, check out 18 Frugal Plant-Based Breakfast Recipes. We have sweet, savory, and everything in between!

A platter with tofu scramble loaded with sweet potato, black beans, and a side of tortillas

Tofu scramble made with sweet potato, black beans, and spices. With a side of tortillas.

6-Ingredient Sweet Potato Tofu Scramble

A sweet potato tofu scramble with only 6 ingredeints! Loaded with plant-based protein, flavor, and satifsaction. It's a great savory breakfast plate that's vegan, gluten-free, and healthy.

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Cook Time 20 mins

Course Breakfast, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 1

Calories 560 kcal

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegan Melt Organic butter
1 large sweet potato chopped into 1-inch cubes
1/2 block firm tofu 8 ounces
1/2 cup cooked or canned black beans
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt
Your favorite seasonings

Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
Once the butter has melted, add potatoes and toss to coat. Add your favorite seasonings and salt, toss potatoes again.
Cook untouched for 4 minutes, then stir. Reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir sweet potatoes another 8 minutes, or until fork-tender.
Remove potatoes from heat and add cooked black beans. Stir. Set aside.
Place the empty pan back onto the burner over high heat. Add another tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add crumbled tofu.
Stir in nutritional yeast, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 10-12 minutes.
Combine the sweet potatoes, black beans, and tofu scramble. Serve.

Notes

You can use your favorite spices for this sweet potato tofu scramble. For the tofu scramble, I typically add nutritional yeast, salt, turmeric powder.
If you’re gluten-free, you can totally go for a gluten-free tortilla wrap.
I used low-sodium canned black beans for this recipe. Straight out of the canned – drained and rinsed.

Keyword Affordable, Breakfast Tacos, Gluten Free, Protein, Tofu, Tofu Scramble, Vegan

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