Tofu “Egg” Salad

Author: Heather Leno
Servings 6 Prep Time 5 minutes
Ingredients:
  • 2 tbsp Chick-Like Seasoning — or  chicken seasoning of your choice
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast flakes
  • 3/4-1 tsp garlic granules
  • 1 tsp onion granules
  • 1/2 tsp Himalayan black salt
  • 1/4 tsp dried dill weed
  • 1 (14-16 oz.) brick firm water-packed tofu, drained
  • 2 tbsp finely minced onion
  • 2 tbsp green onion, sliced very thin
  • 2 tbsp minced dill pickle
  • 1/2 cup vegan mayo — to make your own see Unreal Mayo
Instructions:
  1. Combine all the dry seasonings and mix well.
  2. Lightly press tofu between paper towels.  Break up tofu in a mixing bowl.
  3. Sprinkle the dry seasonings over the tofu and mash together until consistency of egg salad — don’t over mash or you will have mush!!
  4. Stir  in minced onions and dill pickle along with just enough mayo of your choice to achieve the flavor and texture you desire.
  5. Chill and serve in a sandwich; spread on rye crackers with tomato and/or avocado; stuff into small tomatoes for appetizers.
Notes:

You may omit or add any veggies you choose, but the onions and pickle contribute highly to its flavor.