Work Week Lunch – Easy “Egg” Salad

This easy “egg” salad is perfect for a work week lunch! I make a huge batch on Sundays, take it into work on Monday, and I don’t have dishes to bring home until Friday. The star ingredient is one of the most versatile foods (in my humble opinion): tofu.

Tofu takes on the flavor of whatever is used to season it, and, for this dish, you have to purchase black salt. Okay, you don’t have to, but I highly recommend it because it’s what gives the dish an egg-y flavor!

This is delicious and high in protein too! If you liked egg salad prior to following a plant-based diet, you’ll love this recipe!

Where Can I Purchase Black Salt?

You can purchase black salt on Amazon here! This is the only brand I’ve tried and I can confirm that it is delicious and fresh!

What Bagels Do You Recommend?

I have been loving Western Bagels Perfect 10 lately! One bagel has only 140 calories and 19 grams of protein! You can purchase them here!

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[recipe-ingredients]

* 1 block firm tofu, pressed

* 6 Tbsp vegan mayo

* 3 tsp yellow mustard

* 4 tsp dill pickle juice

* 2 tsp dill pickle relish

* 1/4 tsp paprika

* 3 tsp black salt, can use table salt, but I highly recommend using black salt

* 1 tsp back pepper

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[recipe-directions]

1. Mix all ingredients, except tofu, in mixing bowl until well combined.

2. Add pressed tofu.

3. Use potato masher to mash tofu until crumbly.

4. Use a spoon to ensure the mixture is well combined.

5. Refrigerate overnight.

6. Serve on toast, a bagel, or crackers!

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[recipe-nutrition]
Per Serving: 352 calories; 26.7 g fat; 10.8 g carbohydrates;
23.4 g protein.
*Macros will vary depending on tofu and vegan mayo brands.
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