Easy Baked Tofu

Serves 4
Time 1 hr 45 min
Easy Baked Tofu

Use this recipe in any preparation that calls for baked tofu. Toss it with your favorite spices or herbs before or after baking, if you like. Make a big batch and store in the fridge to add to recipes all week.

Special Diets:

Dairy FreeDairy Free
Gluten FreeGluten Free
Low SodiumLow Sodium
VeganVegan
VegetarianVegetarian
Sugar ConsciousSugar Conscious

Ingredients

    1 package (14-ounce)firm tofu, drained
    Olive spray oil

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Method

Wrap tofu snugly in 4 or 5 layers of paper towels and arrange on a plate.


Cover with a second plate and balance a heavy can or two on top to weigh down the plate and press down on the tofu; set aside to let drain for 30 minutes.


Remove and discard paper towels, then replace with dry paper towels and repeat process a second time.


Preheat the oven to 400°F. Cut tofu into (1-inch) cubes and arrange them in a single layer on a large parchment paper-lined baking sheet.


Lightly spray tofu all over with cooking spray and bake, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and just crisp, about 40 minutes total.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

Calories

60

Total Fat

2.5g

Saturated Fat

0g

Cholesterol

0mg

Sodium

35mg

Total Carbohydrate

2g

Dietary Fiber

0g

Total Sugars

1g

Protein

7g

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