Caribbean Vegetarian Breakfast Fiesta: Island-Inspired Tofu Scramble & Grilled Pineapple

Caribbean Vegetarian Breakfast Fiesta: Island-Inspired Tofu Scramble & Grilled Pineapple

Discover a delightful Caribbean vegetarian breakfast recipe that combines a mouthwatering tofu scramble with succulent grilled pineapple for an island-inspired feast. Enjoy the perfect blend of flavors and textures in this satisfying, protein-packed meal that's also vegan and gluten-free!

Time: Prep time: 15 minutes - Cook time: 10 minutes - Total time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Caribbean, Vegetarian

Allergens

Soy, Gluten-free (with care)

Ingredients

  • 16 oz extra
  • firm tofu
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup kale, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 pineapple, sliced into rings

Instructions

  1. Drain and press the tofu to remove excess liquid. Crumble it into a large bowl. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper, sautéing until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, kale, nutritional yeast, turmeric, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 3 minutes. Transfer the sautéed vegetable mixture to the bowl with crumbled tofu. Add another tablespoon of olive oil and mix well until fully combined. In a separate pan or grill, cook the pineapple slices over medium heat for 2 3 minutes per side until slightly caramelized and golden. Plate the tofu scramble in portions, top with fresh cilantro, and serve alongside grilled pineapple rings.

Chef’s Insight

The contrast of textures and flavors in this Caribbean breakfast will leave you craving more!

Notes

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this satisfying vegetarian breakfast dish.

Cultural or Historical Background

Caribbean cuisine is a delightful blend of various culinary influences, including African, Amerindian, European, and Asian traditions. Enjoy the rich history of this region through the taste buds with our vegetarian-friendly breakfast dish.