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Whole-Wheat Pasta with Tofu and Cucumber Recipe

Whole-Wheat Pasta with Tofu and Cucumber Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

3/4 lb whole-wheat spaghetti
1 1/4 lb firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 tbsp plus 4 tsp soy sauce
2 1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger
2 1/2 tbsp cooking oil
2 tbsp wine vinegar
1 1/2 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp asian sesame oil
3/4 tsp grated lemon zest
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp cayenne
2 cucumbers, peeled , halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 scallions including green tops, sliced
3 tbsp chopped cilantro or fresh parsley

Directions:

In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the spaghetti until just done, about 15 minutes. Drain the pasta. Rinse with cold water and drain thoroughly.
In a medium bowl, combine the tofu with the 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon of the grated ginger. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl, combine the remaining 2 teaspoons ginger and 4 teaspoons soy sauce, 1 1/2 tablespoons of the cooking oil, the vinegar, lemon juice, sesame oil, lemon zest, salt, and cayenne.
In a large nonstick frying pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon cooking oil over moderate heat. Add the tofu and cook, stirring frequently, until browned, about 8 minutes. Add the tofu, pasta, cucumbers, scallions, and cilantro to the dressing in the large bowl and toss.
Wine Recommendation: The crisp citrus tang of a German riesling spätlese halbtrocken is just right for this summery dish and its Asian flavors. Halbtrocken means half dry, or just a little sweet. Try one from the Pfalz, where the sunny climate yields fruity wines.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	531.39 Kcal (2225 kJ)
Calories from fat	171.02 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	19g	29%
Sodium	419.54mg	17%
Potassium	559.4mg	12%
Total Carbs	70.07g	23%
Sugars	2.83g	11%
Dietary Fiber	1.43g	6%
Protein	28.69g	57%
Vitamin C	7.5mg	13%
Iron	6.5mg	36%
Calcium	306.2mg	31%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	145.68 Kcal (610 kJ)
Calories from fat	46.88 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.21g	29%
Sodium	115.01mg	17%
Potassium	153.35mg	12%
Total Carbs	19.21g	23%
Sugars	0.78g	11%
Dietary Fiber	0.39g	6%
Protein	7.86g	57%
Vitamin C	2.1mg	13%
Iron	1.8mg	36%
Calcium	83.9mg	31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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