It doesn't get any easier than this to add a tasty protein entree to your meal. It's also good as a "meat" at breakfast, in sandwiches or cubed and mixed into a vegetable stir fry.
Pat tofu block with a paper towel to remove excess water. Cut tofu into cubes, slices, or any other desired shape and put in a medium bowl.
3
Add oil, seasonings, and lemon juice and mix well to incorporate.
4
Spread tofu evenly on a lightly greased baking pan. Bake for 30-45 minutes flipping midway through. The longer you bake the tofu, the firmer it will become.
5
This recipe is great on its own or as added protein to any dish. Feel free to play around with spices to give it a different twist.
Nutrition Facts
4 servings
Serving size
½ cup
Amount per serving
Calories80
% Daily Value *
Total Fat5g7%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol0mg
Sodium10mg1%
Total Carbohydrate3g2%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein7g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
1(14 oz) block firm tofu, rinsed and drained
½tbsp olive oil(omit for diabetics)
sprinkle of salt
1tbspnutritional yeast flakes
½lemon (juiced)
Directions
1
Preheat oven to 400° F.
2
Pat tofu block with a paper towel to remove excess water. Cut tofu into cubes, slices, or any other desired shape and put in a medium bowl.
3
Add oil, seasonings, and lemon juice and mix well to incorporate.
4
Spread tofu evenly on a lightly greased baking pan. Bake for 30-45 minutes flipping midway through. The longer you bake the tofu, the firmer it will become.
5
This recipe is great on its own or as added protein to any dish. Feel free to play around with spices to give it a different twist.
AuthorLife and Health Network