Grilled Tofu Penne Toss

Name: Grilled Tofu Penne Toss
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 pkg (500) Catelli® Classic Penne; 1 (350 g) pkg extra firm tofu; 1 each small red onion, zucchini and portobello mushroom cap; 1 orange pepper; 1/3 (75 mL) cup each ketchup and sodium-reduced soy sauce; 2 (30 mL) tbsp each balsamic vinegar, brown sugar and toasted sesame oil; 1 (15 mL) tbsp Olive oil; 1 (250 mL) cup slivered fresh basil

Hearty grilled vegetables and tofu are accented with a sweet, savoury sauce for a delicious pasta dish to be enjoyed by plant-based eaters and carnivores alike.

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Prep time

20 minutes

Cook time

10 minutes

Servings

6 servings

Catelli Classic Penne Rigate

Ingredients

6 servings

1 pkg (500) Catelli^® Classic Penne

1 (350 g)extra firm tofu

1each small red onion, zucchini and portobello mushroom cap

1orange pepper

1/3 (75 mL)each ketchup and sodium-reduced soy sauce

2 (30 mL)each balsamic vinegar, brown sugar and toasted sesame oil

1 (15 mL)Olive oil

1 (250 mL)slivered fresh basil

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Cut tofu, red onion, zucchini and mushroom into 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick slices; quarter orange pepper.

Step 2

Whisk ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar and sesame oil until combined. Brush 2 tbsp (30 mL) sauce mixture over tofu and marinate for 10 minutes. Preheat grill to medium and grease well.

Step 3

Toss vegetables with olive oil. Grill vegetables and tofu for 10 minutes, turning as needed, until tender and marked.

Step 4

Meanwhile, cook penne according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup (125 mL) cooking water before draining.

Step 5

Roughly chop tofu and veggies; toss with hot cooked penne, reserved cooking water, basil and remaining sauce mixture.