Sauces/Pestos, Dips & Sauces

Tofunaise

Name: Tofunaise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup raw tofu; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 lemon (juiced); 1 tablespoon raw honey; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped); 1 cup fennel bulb (chopped); Freshly chopped coriander (to taste) (original: Freshly chopped coriander (to taste)); Salt (to taste) (original: Salt (to taste))

Por Dada Shivananda

So many people have gotten accustomed to using store-bought eggless mayonnaise as a substitute for typical mayonnaise. However, while eggless mayonnaise is one step closer to better health, it still contains preservatives, processed oils, and other chemicals. For a natural and healthy mayonnaise substitute, this tofunaise recipe has got you all the way.

The tofu used in this recipe is made with organic soybeans and seawater instead of Nigari (starter). It is mixed with slightly roasted fennel, which gives it a distinct flavor. You can add sliced olives, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and other herbs and spices as desired.

Soybeans are endowed with potent plant compounds known as isoflavones that bear similarities to phytoestrogens, activating estrogen receptors in your body—especially beneficial for women. Isoflavones also help reduce inflammation and lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases by improving blood vessel elasticity.

The phytonutrients in tofu also help prevent and reduce diabetes, as well as alleviate symptoms of prostate cancer and other digestive tract cancers. This tofunaise recipe is easy to make with only six ingredients and takes just 20 minutes to prepare. It tastes amazing and is far healthier than regular mayo. Enjoy it on sandwiches, in coleslaw, or as a dressing for your salads.

Nutritional Benefits: Tofu is a healthy vegan food rich in protein and contains all nine essential amino acids your body requires. In addition to protein, it also provides fiber, healthy fats, carbohydrates, calcium, iron, manganese, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, selenium, and copper. One hundred grams of tofu contains only 70 calories, making it an excellent protein source for anyone aiming to lose weight. Tofu is also a great source of fiber that helps you stay full longer and regulates blood sugar levels, aiding in diabetes management.

Preparo15 min