Pin This A flavorful and healthy weeknight dinner featuring crispy baked tofu, tender broccoli, and a savory sesame-soy glaze, all roasted together on one pan for easy cleanup.
This dish quickly became a family favorite because it is so simple to prepare yet packed with flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- Tofu & Marinade: 400 g (14 oz) extra firm tofu pressed and cubed, 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten free), 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 garlic clove minced, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- Vegetables: 1 large head broccoli cut into florets (about 500 g/1 lb), 1 red bell pepper sliced, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Garnish: 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, 2 green onions thinly sliced
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Step 2:
- In a medium bowl whisk together soy sauce sesame oil maple syrup rice vinegar garlic and ginger
- Step 3:
- Add the cubed tofu to the marinade and toss gently to coat Let sit for at least 10 minutes
- Step 4:
- Spread broccoli florets and red bell pepper slices on the prepared baking sheet Drizzle with olive oil sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss to combine
- Step 5:
- Arrange the marinated tofu cubes among the vegetables on the baking sheet Reserve any leftover marinade
- Step 6:
- Roast for 20 25 minutes flipping the tofu and stirring the vegetables halfway through until tofu is golden and broccoli is tender
- Step 7:
- Optionally in the last 5 minutes drizzle reserved marinade over the tofu and veggies for extra flavor
- Step 8:
- Remove from the oven sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions Serve hot over rice or quinoa if desired
Pin This This recipe always brings my family together at the dinner table where we share stories and enjoy wholesome food.
Notes
Add other quick cooking vegetables like snap peas or mushrooms if desired Pair with jasmine rice or brown rice for a complete meal For a spicy kick add a dash of chili flakes or sriracha to the marinade
Required Tools
Baking sheet Parchment paper Mixing bowls Knife and cutting board Tongs or spatula
Nutritional Information
Calories 250 Total Fat 14 g Carbohydrates 16 g Protein 15 g per serving
Pin This This simple sheet pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights and promises a deliciously healthy dinner everyone will enjoy.