TOFU WITH TOMATOES AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR

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This is a flavorful, low-calorie way to prepare tofu, and it makes a wonderful main dish. And it's vegan!

Provided by AMAL

Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian Protein Tofu

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu, sliced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 green bell pepper, chopped
½ onion, chopped
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
salt to taste

Steps:

Place tofu slices between two clean towels; allow tofu to drain, about 10 minutes. Cut tofu into bite-size pieces and transfer to a bowl. Stir in tomatoes and balsamic vinegar; marinate for 20 minutes.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir bell peppers and onion until just tender, about 5 minutes. Add tofu mixture, garlic powder, and salt. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 511.7 mg, Sugar 9.6 g