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Low Carb Cajun Tofu with Swiss Chard Recipe

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Yield

2
servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 block extra firm tofu
  • 1 shallot (finely chopped)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 cup Swiss chard (roughly chopped)
  • ⅔ cup coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Serving Size

1 serving

Carbohydrates

19
g

Protein

29
g

Fat

50
g

Calories

591

Sometimes you need to mix up your dinner menu. Try our cajun tofu with swiss chard – a delicious dish that maintains your low-carb lifestyle! After you make this straightforward recipe for low carb cajun tofu with swiss chard with a few ingredients, you’ll never want anything else.

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Drain tofu and pat dry. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
  3. Transfer to a bowl and toss with all of the spices and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil.
  4. Place in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 20-30 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium-high heat, add the remaining olive oil, shallot and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes. Then, add the Swiss chard and cook until it is wilted, about 2-3 more minutes.
  6. Add the coconut milk and nutritional yeast. Let simmer 3-5 minutes.
  7. Remove the tofu from oven when done. To serve, divide both the chard and tofu in half and enjoy!