Growing up, I was always a big fan of egg salad, macaroni salad, and potato salad. They were each so rich and creamy! However, as I got older and more calorie conscious, I developed an aversion to all “salads” of the mayo-based type. Since there are alternative ways to make these salads, I felt using mayo was just not necessary. That being said, now that I’ve abandoned my eating disordered ways, I accept most foods in moderation.
I wanted to share my almost eggless, egg salad recipe because it is so close to the real thing, I can’t even begin to describe how much I loved this. Tofu was the perfect stand in for egg and while I still used mayonnaise, I added a few other ingredients to contribute flavor and nutrition, while using less mayo. Just another way to reap the benefits of turmeric!! Oh! and did I mention that soy isoflavones (found in soy products like tofu) may block sex hormones from stimulating cancer cells? There’s a reason why Asian women, who have consumed soy from a young age, have a much less risk of breast cancer!!
Such a filling, nutritious lunch or dinner
Almost Eggless, Egg Salad
- 7 oz soft, organic tofu
- 2 T Olive oil Mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric
- 2-4 T onion, depending on your preference
- 1/4 cup diced or grated carrot
- 1-2 T diced green onion
- 1-2 tsp prepared mustard
- 1-2 T freshly chopped parsley
- dash of garlic powder
- salt and pepper, to taste
Combine all ingredients, chill, and enjoy!
Give it a try!
LOVE egg salad and tofu so this looks perfect!!
so yummy…..can you really not tell that it is tofu?
I’ve always wanted to try olive oil mayo. Regular mayo is hell on my digestive system, so I had to stop eating it!
I love a classic egg salad wrap, but lately the thought of mayo just gags me. That tofu version looks pretty tastey and would work well with yogurt!
What a great idea to use tofu to replace the egg! Your picture looks so appetizing. I only wish I was home so that I could try this out tonight!
This sounds like the perfect lunch for summer! Thanks
Hi Erin,
holy crap, it’s taken me a while, but I finally made it! Will try to be a more diligent reader.
I agree: i’m a huge fan of “salads” such as these. But using soy and mayo instead of the ubiquitous egg and mayo is definitely a nice substitution, not to mention healthier
mmm i love your egg salad too!! looks aweesome!
awesome!! Let me know what you think! I had it sans bread for an afternoon snack and it was tasty all by itself!
Oh yum! We love egg salad in my house so this is definitely one to try ASAP! Thanks girl!
Thanks for commenting Katie! I always wonder why my friends (not in the blogosphere) rarely comment! Good idea with the plain mayo…I will have to suggest that tomorrow
I made egg salad yesterday (with actual eggs) but used plain yogurt in place of the mayo. Couldn’t tell the difference at all.
I have made one very similar and love adding the turmeric to it. Makes look even more like real eggs. I have not tried a vegan mayo, but that’d make it totally egg free!
I definitely want to try that!!! I love salads too: egg, tuna, chicken, potato, pasta salads.
I am a graduate from BGSU too! I graduate in 2007
I taught aerobics at the rec center there!
I’d love to try the eggless egg salad sometime! The picture looks yummy
I appreciate the comment you left me about my recipes page.. I just had a quick question… do you write the recipe on your blog post, then hyperlink to that blog post through your recipes page? Thanks for your help!
Oh wow, I would have never thought to use tofu as a substitute for eggs in an egg salad. Great idea. And come on, love that you’re on the tumeric train. Love it, eat it, embrace it!!! Thanks for swinging by my site. I’m so glad you did. I’ll be back here often! I can tell we’re going to be great friends!
Lots of yummy love,
Alex aka Ma, What’s For Dinner
http://www.mawhats4dinner.com
I often use tofu as a meat replacement but I love the idea of using it as a twist on eggs. This would be a great recipe with or without the real thing I think!
I’ve heard that tofu makes a really great egg substitute, I’ll have to try it sometime. It looks good! I love all the creamy salads, too. Mayo makes everything better, lol.
Jenn
That’s a very interesting recipe. I would never think to sub tofu for eggs. It does look good though. Potato salad is my favorite though. I can’t wait to have some this weekend!