Veggie Tofu Bake with a Savory Crust

This Veggie Tofu Bake is a comforting, family-friendly dish that combines tofu with fresh veggies and a savory crust—perfect for those new to tofu!

Veggie Tofu Bake with a Savory Crust

This Veggie Tofu Bake is a comforting, family-friendly dish that combines tofu with fresh veggies and a savory crust—perfect for those new to tofu!
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Preparation 40 minutes
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Equipment

  • 9 × 13-inch (23 × 33-cm) baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Knife

Ingredients

For the tofu:

  • 20 ounces 570 g extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
  • ¼ cup 30 g nutritional yeast
  • ¼ cup 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup 32 g finely chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the veggies:

  • 8 ounces 227 g thinly sliced carrot coins
  • 8 ounces 227 g broccoli florets
  • 8 ounces 227 g green peas
  • 8 ounces 227 g yellow corn kernels
  • 8 ounces 227 g sliced water chestnuts
  • 2 tablespoons 15 g minced garlic
  • ¼ cup 60 ml soy sauce or tamari
  • ¼ cup 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
  • Grease a 9 × 13-inch (23 × 33-cm) baking dish and set aside.

For the tofu:

  • In a mixing bowl, crumble the tofu until it resembles ricotta cheese.
  • Add nutritional yeast, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix well.
  • Spread half of the tofu mixture evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, pressing it down to form a crust.
  • Set the other half aside.

For the veggies:

  • In a large mixing bowl, toss together the sliced carrots, broccoli florets, green peas, corn, water chestnuts, garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread the veggie mixture evenly over the tofu base.
  • Top with the remaining tofu mixture, sprinkling it evenly on top of the veggies.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the carrots are tender.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine advice:
Pair with a crisp, light Sauvignon Blanc or a smooth Chardonnay for a lovely contrast to the savory flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 220 kcal | Carbohydrates: 22 g | Protein: 16 g | Fat: 14 g | Sugar: 5 g
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Cuisine; Fusion
Diets; Gluten-Free / Vegan / Vegetarian