Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Grilled Balsamic Tofu:
Makes 3 Servings:
1 1/2 servings of your favorite whole wheat organic pasta (365 organic rigatoni pictured above)4 servings organic extra firm tofu
1/2 cup 365 Organic Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
20 grape tomatoes, halved or quartered
1 organic cucumber, diced
1/2 organic yellow pepper, chopped
1/2 organic orange pepper, chopped
Cook pasta according to directions. While water is heating, drain and cube tofu and place into a bowl with dressing to marinate, then set aside. Begin to prepare vegetables until water begins to boil.
Once you place the pasta in the water, begin to heat grill pan on medium and place the tofu cubes onto the center of the pan using a pair of tongs. Once pan is heated, tofu should begin to sizzle. Keep the tofu on the same side moving occasionally and adding more dressing to prevent sticking, but do not flip. While tofu cooks, continue to prepare vegetables and place into a separate large bowl. Add 1-2 tablespoons of dressing from tofu bowl and toss into vegetables. You won't need more than this.
Once one side of the tofu is light-medium brown (2-5min), use the tongs to flip it to the opposite side. Add some of the extra dressing to the tofu and onto pan so that it sizzles around the tofu. Let sit for another 2-3 minutes allowing this side to brown also.
Once pasta is complete, drain and add to large bowl with vegetables and toss, allowing the dressing to spread over everything. Separate onto plates and once tofu is complete, add tofu and enjoy!
This dish works great cold also, just rinse and place pasta in refrigerator for several minutes and allow tofu to cool before serving.
Healthy Life Tip: Cook extra servings and save for an easy lunch or dinner later in the week.
