Savory Baked Tofu Filets

This vegan recipe is a great source of protein and is delicious for lunch or dinner. Breadcrumbs, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and sage make these tofu filets irresistible.

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine Healthy, Oil Free, Plant Based, Vegan, Vegetarian

Keyword baked tofu, tofu dinner recipe, vegetarian meal

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Servings servings

Calories 121kcal

Author Amanda

Ingredients

Tofu:

1 package tofu extra firm
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or whole wheat)
1/2 cup raw pecans
1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 teaspoon fresh sage minced (can substitute with any fresh herb)
1 shallot minced (about 1 1/2 Tablespoons)
2 teaspoons garlic minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper
1 1/2 Tablespoons dijon mustard
1 1/2 Tablespoons lemon juice

Honey Mustard Sauce:

1/4 cup dijon mustard
1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
1/4 cup honey

Tools:

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit
Add pecans and pumpkin seeds (pepitas) to food processor and blend until nuts are in breadcrumb-sized pieces
Add minced shallot, garlic, and sage in food processor. Pulse a couple times to incorporate
Pour mixture into shallow pan and add breadcrumbs, lemon, zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
In a small bowl, combine 1 1/2 Tablespoons dijon mustard and 1 1/2 Tablespoons lemon juice.
Using hands, one by one dip tofu slices in mustard ensuring all sides have a light coat. Transfer to baking dish with breadcrumbs and press tofu on all sides to make sure breaking sticks.
Transfer to baking sheet
Bake for 20 minutes
Remove from oven and let cool. Leftovers keep for 5-7 days.

Honey Mustard Sauce:

Combine all ingredients for honey mustard sauce and mix well.

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