Lemon Herb Baked Tofu
A delightful blend of tangy lemon, fragrant herbs, and hearty tofu, creating a deliciously satisfying meal that is perfectly vegan and healthy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block firm tofu
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture and cut it into cubes.
- Whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add the tofu cubes to the marinade and stir gently to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Spread the marinated tofu on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway until golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve in salads, bowls, wraps, or as a main dish.
Notes
Store any leftover baked tofu in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or skillet with a splash of oil or lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg