If you have a vegan or vegetarian guest this holiday season then look no further! This dish is guaranteed to be a hit. Loaded with plant based proteins and nutrient rich squash this dish is not only beautiful and delicious, its completely healthy and balanced!
Ingredients for Whipped Tofu
- 1 block firm tofu, drained
- 1 – 2 raw garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium lemon, all the juice and the zest
- 1 tbsp white miso
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Drain and pat tofu dry and add to a food processor along with the remaining ingredients
- Blend for a few minutes, scraping down the sides, until smooth and whipped. For a looser texture add 1 tbsp water at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
- Taste and then add additional ingredients as desired. For a richer flavour add 2 tbsp nutritional yeast, more olive oil, salt or pepper.
This dip can be served as a protein rich base for your favourite roasted vegetables, such as the one in the image. This is a roasted butternut squash with a miso glaze.
Ingredients for Glazed Squash
- 4 honey nut or small butternut squash (or 2 large depending on your appetite!)
- extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 TBSP white miso paste
- 1 1/2 TBSP apple cider vinegar
- 1 TBSP soya sauce
- 1 TBSP brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, grated or minced
Optional Toppings
- chopped parsley
- cooked brown or beluga lentils
- roasted pumpkin seeds or walnuts
- pomegranate arils or molasses
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 450F.
- Slice squash in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds and brush with EVOO and season with salt and pepper.
- Place cut side down on a parchment lined cooking sheet and roast for 15 – 20 minutes or until tender and golden brown.
- Meanwhile, mix together the glaze ingredients and ensure there are no clumps.
- Remove the cooked squash from the oven, flip over and generously brush the glaze on the squash. Return the squash to the oven, cut side up and roast for an additional 5 – 10 minutes or until glaze has set and edges are caramelized.
To Serve
- Evenly spread the Whipped Tofu on a plate , place Glazed Squash on top and put lentils on top, followed by parsley, toasted nuts and pomegranate if using.
Thanks to Rainbow Plant Life for the inspiration for this recipe!
