Vegan Tofu Quiche

A vegan quiche with no eggs but lots of vegetables, nuts, and tofu. A very nutritious vegetable pie - great for lunch or dinner.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 289 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pinch salt
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons margarine
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 cup cashews
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon water, or as needed
• 1 medium carrot, finely chopped
• 1 (14 ounce) package firm tofu
• 1 clove garlic, crushed (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2

Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 30 minutes.

Step 3

Place margarine and salt in a bowl; add flour and rub to combine. Mix in enough water to make a dough. Knead for 1 minute. Lightly flour a work surface and roll pastry dough out to fit in a pie dish. Line pie dish with dough.

Step 4

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add carrot, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir until starting to soften, 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 5

Combine tofu and cashews in a blender and process. Add basil and pulse to combine. Add to the skillet with the vegetables and stir. Pour vegetable-tofu mixture into the pastry-lined pie dish.