Vegan Tofu Stir-Fry

This Vegan Tofu Stir-Fry is a colorful and nutritious dish packed with vibrant vegetables and protein-rich tofu. It's an easy, quick meal that brings together a medley of flavors for a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli florets - 150 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Snow peas - 100 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the tofu cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the red bell pepper, broccoli, carrot, and snow peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
6. Return the tofu to the skillet, then add the soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss everything together to combine, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from tofu, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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