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Plant Based Pesto Tofu

Pesto tofu is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that is savory in every bite.
5 from 6 votes
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 219 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 14 oz firm or extra firm tofu
  • cup pesto
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Press tofu for 20 minutes each side like you normally would. If you do not have a tofu press, see above notes on how to press without one.
  • In a small bowl or tupperware container, mix together pesto and olive oil.
  • Chop up tofu into bite sized cubes and place in pesto mixture. Gently stir until mixed throughout. Let marinate 10 minutes in the fridge. Stir. Let marinate again 10 minutes.

If baking:

  • Spray 9 x 13 baking sheet with nonstick spray. Place tofu cubes evenly in a single layer throughout so there is no over lap. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes. Flip over and bake for another 10 minutes or until slightly golden brown. Serve with olive oil or extra pesto for dipping.

If air frying:

  • Spray air fryer basket. Preheat air fryer to 375 degrees. Place half the tofu in the air fryer. Air fry for about 7 minutes, flip and fry another 7 minutes. It will be done when it is slightly crisp and golden brown. Serve with olive oil or extra pesto for dipping.

Nutrition

Calories: 219kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 10.1gFat: 19.8gSodium: 139mg

All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. Nutritional facts listed are a rough estimate and should only be followed as a general idea.

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