Balsamic Vinegar Tofu and Asparagus Pasta Salad

Crispy balsamic vinegar tofu and asparagus pasta is tossed with feta cheese and tomatoes for a creamy and colorful vegetarian meal.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 498 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 (16 ounce) package bow-tie pasta (farfalle)
• 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into 1x2x2-inch pieces
• 1 pound grape tomatoes, halved
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, or more to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Arrange tofu on a baking sheet.

Step 2

Cook tofu in the preheated oven until cooked through and lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook uncovered until tender yet firm to the bite, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain.

Step 4

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain and transfer pasta to a serving bowl.

Step 5

Heat olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a skillet over medium-high heat; fry tofu until liquid has reduced and tofu is slightly crisp, 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 6

Mix tofu, asparagus, tomatoes, feta cheese, and basil together with pasta.