These tofu scramble lettuce wraps are made with scrambled tofu, hearty black beans, bell pepper and corn. And, guess what? They take just minutes to prepare! Such a light, fresh and tasty dinner!
If you’re a fan of lettuce wraps (and of tofu), chances are you’ll love these tofu scramble lettuce wraps!
These lettuce wraps come together quickly and can be garnished to taste. They make for such a light lunch or dinner (especially in the summer months).
With an easy tofu scramble, black beans, corn and bell pepper, they’re so good!
There’s very little in the ingredient department and the recipe actually yields quite a bit. Talk about easy on the budget, too.
Ingredients for Tofu Scramble Lettuce Wraps
- Tofu (of course)
- A little oil
- Spices and seasoning
- Chili for a little heat
- Some bell pepper and corn for crunch
- Black beans for added oomph
- Lime juice for a little zest
- And, obviously, lettuce for making the wraps
What Type of Tofu Should I Use?
Use firm or extra firm tofu. It’s not necessary to press any of the moisture out of the tofu. Open up and proceed with the recipe.
And tofu scramble is super easy to prepare! I love to use my food processor. Place cubes of tofu into the food processor and process until you’ve reached your desired texture. Then? Just go ahead with the recipe. Easy, right?
Wait, no food processor?
If you don’t have a food processor, no worries. You can also place the cubed tofu in a bowl (or directly in the pan) and break up with a potato masher or wooden spoon.
Tips for Making Lettuce Wraps
- I just barely cook the bell peppers when I’m frying the mixture out. love to have a little texture on them. Use whatever colour you have on hand.
- These lettuce wraps have loads of flavour, but garnish is highly recommended (because I loves me some garnish). I particularly love pickled red onions and salsa. Avocado is delicious too!
- If you like more (or less) spice, simply adjust the chili to taste.
Other Ways To Enjoy Scrambled Tofu
Aside from enjoying these tofu wraps as they are, these are delicious options for the scrambled tofu:
- Enjoy with flour or corn tortillas.
- Serve over nachos instead of meat.
- Enjoy with rice, quinoa or couscous for a light lunch (another personal fave of mine!).
- Have for breakfast with an egg.
More Recipes You May Enjoy
If you make these easy tofu wraps, be sure to leave a comment below!
Tofu Scramble Lettuce Wraps (With Beans and Veggies)
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 7 ounces firm tofu, cut into cubes (about 200 grams)
- 1 to 2 red Thai chili peppers, minced (depending on how spicy you like things)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1.5 cups canned no salt added black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 ear corn, kernels removed
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, from about 1 lime
- 1 head Boston Lettuce, leaves removed
Garnish and Serving Ideas (optional)
- Sliced avocado
- Sliced hot pepper
- Picked red onion
- Salsa
- Lime wedges, juiced
Instructions
- Place cubes of tofu in a food processor and process until you've reached your desired consistency. I don't like to process too much, just so I have a little texture in the tofu.
- Heat olive oil in a 10-inch sauté pan over medium heat.
- Add tofu, chili peppers, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and black pepper. Stir to combine and cook 2 to 3 minutes or so, stirring occasionally.
- Add black beans, corn and bell pepper. Stir to combine. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn off heat. Stir in lime juice. Serve on lettuce leaves and garnish to taste, if desired, with any of the garnish ideas. Enjoy!
Nutrition (estimate only)
Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and should be considered an estimate only. Ingredients can vary and Girl Heart Food makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
Tried this recipe?
If you do make this recipe, thank you!! It would mean so much if you could leave a comment below. Love to know how you enjoyed it, and it helps other readers too!
Christina
Seriously, these wraps look so fresh and appetizing! And I TOTALLY agree, the garnishes are what take tacos to the next level. Enjoy the weekend!!
Karen (Back Road Journal)
Boy, your photos make me want to head to the market…nice.
Denise from Urb'n'Spice
This looks so deliciously healthy and flavourful, Dawn! I am quite fond of anything in lettuce wraps. I am looking forward to trying it. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Girl Heart Food
Thanks Denise!! Same here – love ’em!
Miriam
These look so healthy and full of goodness. Fantastic that they are vegan, I have a few friends that embraced a vegan diet and it can be challenging to find recipes for them. It is also something my husband can eat as it is gluten free as well 🙂 Thank you very much for sharing! Have a great weekend ahead, Dawn!
Girl Heart Food
Thanks Miriam! Hope you get a chance to try out 🙂 Have a wonderful week!
Katherine | Love In My Oven
I’m always a bit lost when it comes to tofu! I love the idea of this scramble! You always have the best meatless ideas Dawn! Glad to hear you had a food filled Mother’s Day weekend!
Girl Heart Food
Thanks Katherine! Hope you had a lovely weekend too 🙂
Leanne | Crumb Top Baking
That tofu scramble looks so flavourful! I’ve really been into vegetarian and vegan recipes lately, but I’ve only cooked with tofu once before. This recipe is inspiring me to give it another try. Enjoy your break Dawn! Hope it’s restful 🙂
Girl Heart Food
Yay! Happy to hear that! I’m sure you’d enjoy it 😉 Thanks so much Leanne! I’m really looking forward to it!
Shashi at SavorySpin
I LOVE Parts Unknown with Anthony Bourdain – I am a few seasons behind but cannot wait to check out this episode with Newfoundland – and get a glimpse into your neck of the woods!
By the way, Dawn – this scramble looks and sounds so hearty and delicious! Even though am not vegan, we do the vegan/vegetarian thing ever so often here and I’m saving this for next time!
Hoping you have a wonderful rest of the week and weekend! XOXO
Girl Heart Food
Same here! Can’t wait for you to watch it and let me know what ya think 🙂 Hope you try this one out soon! I could eat a whole bunch, lol! Have a wonderful weekend! XOXO
Kevin O'Leary
What a great weeknight recipe!
Girl Heart Food
Sure is 😉 Thanks Kevin!
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop
I love, love, love lettuce wraps! These look pretty spectacular! Have a great week! 🙂
Girl Heart Food
Me too! Thanks Kathy! Same to you, my friend 🙂
Thao @ In Good Flavor
I love Anthony Bourdains’ shows! I have been watching him since he first aired on A Cook’s Tour. These lettuce wraps look fantastic, Dawn! I can put away so many of these at one sitting, but it’s okay because they are so good and good for you!
Girl Heart Food
Same here! Always so interesting to watch 🙂 Haha – they sure are 😉 Thanks Thao!
Marissa
These look super tasty and healthful, Dawn! It never occurred to me that you could zizz tofu in the food processor – great idea!
Girl Heart Food
Yep! So easy and so versatile! Hope you get to try this one soon 🙂 Thanks Marissa!
Sarah
I’m laughing at all of your vegan recipes because your vegetarian month was a bust. You’re so funny!
And somehow I’ve never cooked tofu! I need to go buy some- this sounds amazing!
Girl Heart Food
I know, right?! So funny! You need to give this one a try 😉
Ben|Havocinthekitchen
I haven’t visited Newfoundland yet, but it’s the destination #1 to me – so beautiful place. And these wraps are beautiful too. I kind of like tofu (most of times haha), but I haven’t experienced with it much. This lovely dish sounds lije something worth to try!
Girl Heart Food
It is pretty beautiful place, if I do say so 😉 Hope you give this one a try! Thanks Ben!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife
So glad I found this recipe. It’s perfect for Meatless Mondays! Love how easy it looks but also super flavorful and healthy.
Girl Heart Food
Yay! Happy to hear that! Thanks Marlynn 🙂
Jill
I like to lighten up my meals in the warmer months and this looks like a recipe I need to try!
Girl Heart Food
These would be perfect on a warmer day! Hope you enjoy them, Jill! Thanks 🙂
Danielle
I love making lettuce wraps for a low carb option, but I haven’t had tofu in them before. Great idea!
Girl Heart Food
Thanks Danielle! Hope you get a chance to try! They’re delish 😉
Ang
Lettuce wraps are so yummy! Thanks for sharing this recipe 🙂
Girl Heart Food
Thanks Ang! They sure are 🙂
Milena
I love crispy tofu, but have not made a tofu scramble before. Love this idea and Boston lettuce is such a perfect way to present and enjoy it!
Girl Heart Food
Crispy tofu is pretty delicious too! Thanks Milena! Hope you get a chance to try this one out 🙂
Swati
This looks scrumptious, a perfect protein rich filling . Inwould love to try that !
Girl Heart Food
Thanks Swati 🙂 Hope you enjoy them!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen
What a great idea for a filling Dawn! I have yet to try tofu, but this looks yummy! I saw the photo on IG! Beautiful!
Girl Heart Food
Give it a try! It’s delicious and really takes on the flavours (or spices) you add to it 🙂 Thanks Mary Ann!
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I remember the first time I had a lettuce wrap….loved it!! The combination of flavors you have going on here are exciting! Love that they’re healthy! Wishing you a wonderful day, my friend!! XOXO
Girl Heart Food
Thanks Annie! So many possibilities with fillings and toppings with lettuce wraps 🙂 Have a wonderful day too! XOXO
Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen
Now THIS is my kind of taco! I love all the flavors and textures you have going on here! And you’re so right about the garnish–isn’t that the best part of a taco? Sometimes I think filling is unnecessary because I pile those garnishes so high :). Have a great week, Dawn!
Girl Heart Food
Woo hoo! Happy to hear that! Haha – right 😉 ?? Have a great week too, Kelsie 🙂
Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers
Nice! I love lettuce wraps and this is such a great filling idea! Love it 🙂
Girl Heart Food
I do too! Thanks Jennifer 🙂