Baked Tofu With Cucumbers

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 3

Baked Tofu With Cucumbers recipe for a healthy and easy lunch

by The Chefin Vegan

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-4

Calories

173-346

Sugar

Fat

11g

Baked Tofu With Cucumbers is a vegan dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner. The crispy tofu is baked with Asian-inspired flavors, including soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar, and is served with fresh cucumbers, chili, and garlic. The result is a dish that is both healthy and flavorful, and can be enjoyed hot or cold depending on your preference. This recipe is also gluten-free, making it a good option for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2.	Chop the cucumbers and slice the chili and garlic.
3.	In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
4.	Cut the tofu into 1cm slices.
5.	Place the tofu in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6.	Pour the soy sauce mixture over the tofu, making sure each slice is well coated.
7.	Add the chopped cucumber, chili, and garlic to the baking sheet, arranging it around the tofu slices.
8.	Bake for 15 minutes, or until the tofu is golden and crispy. Serve hot or cold.

PROS

This dish is healthy, easy to make, and perfect for a quick lunch.

The tofu is high in protein and low in fat, making it a great choice for vegetarians and vegans.

The cucumbers are high in water content, which can help you stay hydrated and support digestion.

The dish is gluten-free, making it a good option for people with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the texture of tofu or the taste of cucumbers and chili.

It can be difficult to find some of the ingredients if you don’t have access to an Asian grocery store.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tofu is a good source of protein, which can help support muscle growth and repair as well as reduce appetite and cravings.
The cucumbers in this recipe are high in vitamin K, which is important for bone health, as well as vitamin C, which can help boost immunity and wound healing.

	1/2 asian cucumbers or 1/2 lb pickling cucumber
	1/2 lb baked asian style tofu or 1/2 lb pressed tofu
	1 red chili
	3 garlic cloves
	1 teaspoon sugar
	1 tablespoon soy sauce
	1 teaspoon sesame oil
	2 teaspoons rice vinegar