Smoked Tofu with Pasta Shells

Smoked Tofu with Pasta Shells

Author: Geraldine Baton, Avon
First published in Slimming World's classic book, 125 Green Recipes
Serves 4
1.5 Sins per serving

340g/12oz wholemeal pasta shells
2-3 tsp lemon juice
8 spring onions, sliced
1 tbsp fresh root ginger, grated
2 tbsp vinegar
227g/8oz smoked tofu, cubed
2 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tbsp tomato purée (1 Sin)
1 tsp honey (1 Sin)
Salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley

Cook the pasta shells by simmering in water with 1 teaspoon of the lemon juice for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, for the sauce, heat the oil and fry the onions, garlic and ginger for 2 minutes. Add the remaining lemon juice, tomato purée, vinegar, honey and tofu and mix well. Cook gently for a further 5 minutes. Season to taste.

When the pasta is cooked, drain well. Mix with the sauce and serve garnished with fresh parsley