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Lemon Herb Tofu

Golden-brown tofu marinated in zesty lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, and herbs, then pan-fried to crispy perfection. Easy vegan recipe!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, European
Keyword: healthy, main dishes, tofu, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Marinating Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 160kcal
Author: Holly Gray
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Ingredients

  • 14 ounces extra firm tofu pressed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 tablespoon creamy Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Use a kitchen towel or paper towels to pat dry the pressed and cubed tofu. In an 8×8-inch baking dish or shallow bowl, arrange the tofu pieces in a single layer. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Pour the marinade over the top of the tofu, turning the pieces to coat. Marinate for at least 1 hour, and up to overnight, turning once.
  • Set a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. When the oil is hot, use a slotted spoon to transfer the tofu to the pan, keeping the pieces in an even layer. Cook for 7-8 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown on all sides.
  • Add any remaining tofu marinade and continue cooking for an additional 1 minute. Serve hot, cooled to room temperature, or cold.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 32IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 2mg
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