Heart-Healthy Savory Sausage Crumbles
Transform your meals with these *Heart-Healthy Savory Sausage Crumbles*, a delicious plant-based alternative packed with bold, smoky flavors! Made with protein-rich extra-firm tofu and seasoned to perfection with aromatic spices like smoked paprika, fennel seeds, and oregano, this recipe delivers all the satisfying taste of sausage without the added fat and cholesterol. Baked to golden, crispy perfection in under 30 minutes, these versatile crumbles are perfect for topping salads, pizzas, or pasta, making them a must-have for health-conscious home cooks. Plus, they’re vegan, low-sodium, and incredibly easy to prepare—a nutritious and flavorful addition to any kitchen!
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Ingredients
- 14 ounces extra-firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Drain the tofu and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Step 3
Crumble the tofu into a large mixing bowl until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Step 4
Add olive oil, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar to the bowl. Stir to coat the tofu crumbles evenly.
Step 5
Sprinkle smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, crushed fennel seeds, black pepper, and optionally chili flakes over the tofu.
Step 6
Mix well until all the crumbles are thoroughly seasoned.
Step 7
Spread the seasoned tofu crumbles evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through for even cooking, until the crumbles are golden brown and crispy.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Step 10
Use these savory crumbles as a topping for salads, pasta dishes, or pizzas, or store in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (481.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 886.7 |
| Total Fat 60.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1069.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.0g | |
| Protein 65.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2772.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1326.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories