Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. As I have mentioned a few times lately, I am really working hard to up my protein intake. As a vegetarian, that can certainly take some creative cooking. Otherwise, I can end up eating the same meals over and over again. I created this Hummus and Pistachio Crusted Tofu with free samples I received of Wonderful Pistachios. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Wonderful Pistachios and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.
Hummus and Pistachio Crusted Tofu
So why Wonderful Pistachios?
Pistachios are known as “the fitnut™” due to their high protein and fiber content. They have zero cholesterol and very low saturated fat. I did not even realize that they were naturally loaded with potassium too. Fabulous recovery food! Since February is heart healthy month, it seems like the perfect time to get more nuts into my diet.
While it is fun to #getcrackin on the shells, I chose to use the already shelled pistachios for my Hummus and Pistachio crusted Tofu. Hummus is the other hidden star of this tofu recipe. I coated my tofu cubes with some diluted hummus and then rolled them in crushed pistachios. Then these high protein cubes are pan fried to create a crispy outside. Toasted pistachios are so yummy and smell amazing!
What I love about meal prepping this type of protein is that I can eat it with so many different meals all week. Today I served them with some simple stir fried veggies. Later in the week, I will throw them on top of a big salad or mix into some noodles.
While tofu is often a protein of choice for me, I understand that it’s not for everyone. Some of you prefer more of a traditional protein. I get that! I do think this Hummus and Pistachio Crusted Tofu would work really well with chicken as well. Just don’t tell anyone that I said that!
Hummus and Pistachio Crusted Tofu Meatless Monday
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz package of extra firm tofu
- 1 Cup your favorite Hummus
- warm water to dilute
- 1 Cup of Wonderful Pistachios (crushed)
Instructions
- Drain tofu and place between paper towels to absorb water
- In a food processor, pulse Pistachios into crumbs
- pour onto a large plate
- Cut tofu into cubes
- In a small bowl, add hummus with a little bit of warm water to dilute slightly
- Coat tofu cubes with hummus
- Next roll tofu cubes to coat with pistachios
- Heat a large skilled with olive oil to med high
- Carefully sear tofu turning to get a crunchy texture on each side
- Serve atop your favorite meal or alone
Pistachio fan? How do you like to enjoy them-straight out of the bag or in a recipe?
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My favorite is straight out of the bag! Pistachios are definitely my favorite snacking nut! This looks like a great use of them and I love how simple it is!
I love to snack on them right out of the bag too!
Love hummus and pistachios! This looks yummy!
They are a great combo thanks!
I love to snack on pistachios but had never really thought to cook with them, I bet they and an awesome flavor and crunch here though. Thanks for sharing!
They are so delicious when they are toasted hope you try it
What a fun recipe! I never thought to cook with pistachios. The Caveman is the biggest pistachio fan ever. He eats bags of them every week.
They are really tasty and toasting them brings out the flavor even more
Yum! I like pistachios but I do like eating them right out of the bag. I find it takes longer when you have to crack them out of the shell so it feels like they are more filling.
That is a good point!
Looks like a winner to me! I love pistachios. I just like to eat them out of hand.
Remember when we were little and they were dyed red? Why was that?
Yes! I do remember that! I wonder why they used to do that? I remember our hands used to get red when eating them at summer camp
I love pistachios! What a great variation on tofu. I bet it tastes incredible.
Toasting them really brings out the flavor in a fun way
This sounds delicious! This is something my husband would love and it’s been ages since we’ve eaten tofu!
Great way to try it again!
This looks fantastic! I have some tofu in my fridge that I’ve been using for smoothies. How long do you sear each side?
Depends a little on the heat of your pan. It’s about 3-5 min per side until you get a crispy crust. Hope you enjoy
Your recipes look so pretty. If only I cooked…
This one is so easy! You can do it. And thanks 🙂
This is a really unique recipe – thanks for sharing! I love walnuts and almonds but don’t eat a lot of pistachios.
They are great to mix into your diet and when you toast them they have a unique flavor. This is a super easy recipe too
I love pistachios!! It’s a bit of work to shell them, but I feel like I don’t eat as much that way!
That’s why I get the already shelled ones! easier snacking lol
This sounds delicious! And I had no idea pistachios were so healthy 🙂
Oh yes they really are!
Wow, this looks delish! I’m always looking for more vegetarian meals to add to my rotation!
Thanks hope you give it a try
I love this idea! Even as a meat-easter, I really do enjoy tofu. I bet the pistachio crust gives it an awesome texture!
It really does give a nice crunchy texture
I remember spending my allowance in highschool on Pistachios from the Bulk Food store because I loved them so much, but didn’t realize they had so many health benefits, thanks for sharing!
Really!? I remember they used to dyed red when we were little!
Oh lord this looks sooo good! Gotta get on my meatless game!
You can do it! Just start with once a week
Pistachios are my favorite!! I’m going to have to try this recipe. Thanks!
Oh great hope you enjoy it
This looks amazing!!!
Thank so much!
ha ha…was that comment about the chicken intended for me? LOL I was gonna ask about substituting chicken, but you already answered it 😉 I actually love pistachios, but don’t eat them very often for the laborious task of shelling them…I honestly have never cooked with them, though, so never would have thought of looking for pre-shelled ones.
Yes! I did actually think about you subbing in chicken which would totally work. 🙂
Loving the simplicity of this dish. I love both pistachio and tofu, so I don’t know why I never put the two together. Totally going to have to try this.
I never had either! They are a great combo
I love tofu, I bookmarked the recipe to try soon.
Oh great I really hope you enjoy
Pistachios are the best, aren’t they? I’ll have to try this on chicken!
They have a great flavor when toasted too
Love the flavours in this dish! Also great use of pistachios
Thanks so much have a great week
This looks delicious! I love the crunchy pistachio crust. I’ll have to give this a try.
I love how toasting them really brought out the flavors
Have some extra tofu leftover from another meal and am going to make this. Looks awesome!
OH great hope you enjoy!
Such a great idea to use hummus! Can’t wait to try this!
Thanks hope you enjoy
Very interesting dish! I am sure it is delicious, I need you as my home chef….can you adopt me please…lol
sure anytime!
I had forgotten all these benefits of pistachios.This is a great way to cook with them, although I’m happy to eat them out of the bag.
They are pretty good right out of the bag too! Maybe your daughter will like this recipe?
i like the idea of pistachio…never tried it but sounds goood..i have tried with hemp before and its delish!
Yes it would work just about the same way
Love pistachios! out of the shell and lightly salted. yumm ….
they are great that way too!
This looks like a great dinner for Meatless Monday! Love the pistachio crust!
Thanks so much!
Pistachio’s are my favorite and hummus! I have never cooked with them though – it sounds yummy and looks delicious!
Thanks I think they are a great combination as well!
Not a fan of tofu because of the estrogen but pistachios are awesome. I can try a meatless Monday on my own because hubby is adamantly against it.
Well you could always do meatless lunches!! 🙂
I do really like pistachios – mostly straight out of the bag. Not sure I’ve ever had them in a recipe, actually. This looks really good!
I agree they are great out of the bag! Toasting them really brings out their flavor
I love pistachios! I never thought to use hummus as a way to crust something, so this just opened up some options! Great tip!
OH good! Hope you make something yummy!
I love pistachios! This is a great way to use them. It looks delicious!
They are fun to cook with too
I don’t really care much for tofu because it’s estrogenic and I’ve had fibroids before, but I LOVE pistachios. They are so tasty and taste great on crusted fish. I’ve thought about meatless Mondays but I’d have to do it alone because my husband is adamantly against it. He doesn’t think something can be a meal without meat because he doesn’t feel veggies are “food”.
Hmm maybe you can change his mind!!
I am always looking for new and creative recipes – I might have to add this one to my list, it sounds delicious!
Thanks so much hope you do!
I would have never ever thought to use hummus as a binder for a crust. What a creative idea.
It works really well!
I am a huge pistachio fan 🙂 The idea of mixing hummus and pistachio is even better. I feel like this could go with a lot things!
It certainly could!
YUM. I love pistachios. They’re our favorite traveling snack hands down. But this is an amazing way to use them! And a great way to spice up tofu. Thanks for the recipe!
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Thank you for checking it out
This is such a superb idea to crunchify(if that’s a word) 😉 tofu! I am gonna try this one for sure. I absolutely love to bake and cook with pistachios. Thanks for this one.
I like “crunchify” let’s go with it
I’ve never thought to combine hummus and pistachios. I bet that’s a good combo!
Thanks so much hope you try it out
I like the idea of coating tofu with pistachios. I love pistachios, so it sounds like a good way to spice up tofu!
Thanks! They do give it a nice crunchy texture