Breakfast

Vegan tofu scramble with turmeric

Name: Vegan tofu scramble with turmeric
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 2 portions
Ingredients: 250 g firm tofu, drained and crumbled; 60 g baby spinach, washed thoroughly; 0.5 tsp ground turmeric; 1 tbsp rapeseed oil; 4 slices wholemeal bread; black pepper, to taste

A plant-based scramble of crumbled tofu, turmeric and spinach, served on wholemeal toast, cooked through until piping hot.

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 8 min
Total: 13 min
Portions: 2

Easy
Trying to conceive
Preparing for pregnancy
Vegan
High-protein
Iron-containing

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Portions

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Only swaps that keep this recipe pregnancy-safe are offered. Allergen information below updates when you choose one.

Gluten-free alternative: use gluten-free bread instead of wholemeal bread
Vegetarian alternative: use scrambled British Lion eggs instead of firm tofu

Ingredients

For 2 portions. Tick items as you go — nothing is changed for anyone else.

This recipe contains foods that can contribute to a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy.

Method

Step 1. Heat the oil in a non-stick pan over a medium heat.
Step 2. Add the crumbled tofu and turmeric and cook, stirring, for 4–5 minutes until piping hot throughout.
Step 3. Wash the spinach thoroughly and stir in until wilted.
Step 4. Season with black pepper.
Step 5. Meanwhile, toast the wholemeal bread.
Step 6. Serve the scramble on the toast immediately.

Allergens for your selection

Contains: Soya
Contains: Cereals containing gluten

Ingredient brands and substitutions can change allergen content. Always check the labels on the products you buy.

Food-Safety Notes

Cook the tofu until piping hot throughout.
Wash spinach thoroughly before use.
Reheat any leftovers until piping hot throughout and only once.

Supplements and drinks

The NHS advises taking a 400 microgram folic acid supplement every day while trying for a baby and until you are 12 weeks pregnant. Folate-containing foods do not replace that supplement. Some people are advised to take a higher dose — ask your GP.
The NHS advises considering a daily 10 microgram vitamin D supplement, particularly between October and early March.
The NHS advises avoiding alcohol if you could become pregnant, and limiting caffeine to 200mg a day in pregnancy. Recipes here contain no alcohol.

Allergens

Contains: Soya
Contains: Cereals containing gluten

Ingredient brands and substitutions can change allergen content. Always check the labels on the products you buy.

Storage, freezing and reheating

In the fridge: Refrigerate cooled leftovers and eat within 1 day.
Freezing: Not suitable for freezing.
Reheating: Reheat in a pan until piping hot throughout.
Reheating limit: Reheat once only, then discard any leftovers.

Approximate nutrition per portion

Energy: 320 kcal
Protein: 19 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fibre: 6 g
Fat: 14 g
Saturated fat: 2 g
Salt: 0.5 g
Iron: 4.8 mg
Calcium: 260 mg
Folate: 55 µg

All figures are approximate and will vary with the products and portion sizes you use.

Key nutrients: Iron, Protein.

Sources

Vegetarian and vegan diets — NHS, reviewed 25 July 2026
Vitamins and minerals — Iron — NHS, reviewed 25 July 2026
Fertility and diet — Food Fact Sheet — British Dietetic Association, reviewed 25 July 2026

Written by Antega Editorial Team · Reviewed status: Published · Last reviewed 25 July 2026

Important information

Antega's Trying to Conceive Recipes are provided for general information and meal inspiration for anyone hoping to conceive, including partners. They are not a personalised diet plan, they are not fertility treatment, and no food or recipe can be said to improve fertility or guarantee conception. They do not replace advice from your GP, midwife, fertility specialist, registered dietitian or another qualified healthcare professional. Speak to a healthcare professional before making significant dietary changes, particularly if you have allergies, diabetes, PCOS, endometriosis, coeliac disease, a thyroid condition, another medical condition or specific dietary requirements.

If you have PCOS, endometriosis, diabetes, coeliac disease, a thyroid condition or another medical condition, ask your GP or a registered dietitian how these meal ideas fit your own care plan.