In case you haven’t noticed, we LOVE tofu around here! It’s ultra-versatile, protein-rich, budget-friendly, soaks up flavors beautifully, and can be added deliciously to nearly any meal. To get you inspired (& as in love with tofu as we are!), we’ve gathered our BEST tofu recipes! From quick breakfast scrambles and nutty noodle bowls to chocolaty desserts, we’re confident you’ll find one (or many!) you’ll love!
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Tofu Basics
Never prepared tofu before? We’ve got you. Read our best tips on How to Make Tofu Taste Good, complete with pressing methods, a buying guide, and more. With a little prep work, you’ll be a pro in no time!
Here are our favorite basic tofu recipes to prep this ingredient for nearly any dish.
Crispy tofu that tastes like pizza! A simple, endlessly versatile, and protein-packed topping for polenta, pasta, wraps, and beyond! Vegan, gluten-free, and bursting with herby goodness!
The fastest, easiest way to make crispy tofu for any dish. Just 4 ingredients and 25 minutes required! Perfect for adding to stir fries, curries, and more!
5-ingredient pesto tofu that’s super crispy and made in the oven. An herby, versatile, plant-based protein to add to pasta, risotto, polenta, and beyond!
Crispy, savory, super snack-able tofu nuggets! Freezer-friendly, kid-approved, protein-packed, and perfect with your favorite dipping sauce. Plant-based, gluten-free, and just 10 ingredients required!
Smoky vegan chorizo that tastes even better than the real thing! Plant-based, gluten-free, and perfect for bowls, burritos, and beyond. Just 10 ingredients, 1 bowl, and 30 minutes required!
A masala-spiced tofu scramble with roasted cauliflower, onion, and kale that takes just 30 minutes from start to finish. Healthy, satisfying, delicious, and perfect for any time of day!
The simplest tofu quiche on the block with just 10 basic ingredients and no fancy methods required. A hash brown crust keeps this dish gluten-free as well as vegan! Perfect for lunch, brunch, and even brinner.
30-minute Vietnamese-inspired spring rolls with fast crispy tofu and a savory-sweet almond butter dipping sauce. Flavorful, crisp, delectable, and so fresh and perfect for spring and summer.
An inspired take on Japanese miso soup with tofu, green onion, and loads of greens. Just 15 minutes from start to finish, and so flavorful and comforting.
Easy vegan sushi bowls with marinated tofu, fresh vegetables, rice, seaweed, and quick pickled carrots! All the fresh, delicious flavor of sushi in convenient, versatile bowl form. Just 10 ingredients required!
A colorful, flavorful, veggie and noodle stir-fry perfect for spring and beyond! Gluten-free, plant-based, and protein-packed. Versatile and just 10 ingredients required!
Sheet pan ratatouille: a quick & easy take on the classic French dish with zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, and herbs. Crispy baked tofu and creamy pesto sauce turn it into a satisfying, plant-based meal!
Vibrant, Caribbean-inspired bowls with jerk tofu, roasted plantains, mango salad, and a creamy sauce. Plant-based, protein-packed, and SO flavorful + nourishing!
An easy, colorful stir-fry with spaghetti squash noodles, 3-ingredient baked tofu, and tons of fresh veggies! Just 10 ingredients required for this plant-based main or side!
An easy sheet pan meal with flavorful seasoned tofu and crispy roasted vegetables tossed with saucy ginger sesame noodles. SO flavorful, gluten-free, plant-based, and just 10 ingredients!
30-minute Vegan Chilaquiles with 5-ingredient chipotle sauce, DIY baked chips, and a hearty tofu scramble on top! Flavorful, fast, and seriously satisfying.
Sheet pan meal with crumbled tofu, sweet potatoes, cauliflower, and Indian-inspired tandoori masala! Just 1 pan and 7 ingredients required for this super satisfying and flavorful vegan meal!
Italian Herb Tofu & Winter Vegetable Sheet Pan Meal
Flavorful, 10-ingredient sheet pan meal with Italian herb tofu and winter vegetables. A nourishing, weeknight-friendly meal that’s vegan and gluten-free!
Rich, saucy vegan stuffed shells with a protein-rich tofu and cashew ricotta filling. Perfect for meal prep or the holiday table. Just 9 ingredients required!
Italian Herb Tofu Wraps with Garlicky Hummus Sauce
Quick and easy wraps with Italian herb baked tofu and a garlicky hummus sauce! Perfect for an easy lunch or dinner, and full of savory, plant-based satisfaction. Just 9 ingredients and 15 minutes required for assembly!
The ULTIMATE vegan burrito, inspired by a Crunchwrap! Smoky tofu taco meat, creamy white bean queso, crunchy tortilla chips, vibrant guacamole, and fresh veggies. Vegan, gluten-free optional, and ready in just 30 minutes!
Decadent chocolate mousse pie with a cloud-like filling and chocolate pecan crust. Vegan, gluten-free, and easy to make with just 7 ingredients required!
Chocolate Pot de Crème (with a Secret Ingredient!)
Rich, silky, 5-ingredient vegan chocolate pot de crème with a secret ingredient: sweet potato! An elegant yet simple dessert perfect for chocolate lovers!
Vegan peanut butter cup no-bake pie with a graham cracker crust and chocolate ganache top! 8 ingredients, simple to prepare, and SO delicious you won’t be able to have just 1 slice.
Hello. My husband has an extremely sensitive stomach. He can’t eat meat, and so I would love to make him vegan “meat” dishes.
However, he’s sensitive to gassy foods and very heavy foods.
I have 2 questions:
1. Do you have any specific recipe recommendations?
2. Is there a way I can make recipes with chickpeas, beans, etc, not so gassy?
Thank you so much
Make sure to soak your beans for a few hours, rinse and soak overnight in freshwater & about 1 tsp baking soda, drain, rinse, and cook in a pressure cooker; maybe add a few bay leaves.
oh these are so good, haven’t tried them all yet (a vegan for 40+yrs) but cooked a lot of them close to the recipes here. I’ll print some of them out and try them in the near future, Thanks !
Thank you so much for all of these wonderful, easy to make vegan recipes. Without your recipes to continually go to, I’d eat SO much more processed, low nutrition vegan food. Keep up the great work! I sincerely appreciate you all!
kathy Casey says
Thank-you this is wonderful!!!!
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoy it!
Atara Dahan says
Hello. My husband has an extremely sensitive stomach. He can’t eat meat, and so I would love to make him vegan “meat” dishes.
However, he’s sensitive to gassy foods and very heavy foods.
I have 2 questions:
1. Do you have any specific recipe recommendations?
2. Is there a way I can make recipes with chickpeas, beans, etc, not so gassy?
Thank you so much
Hi Atara, pressure cooking the beans or chickpeas may help. We’d suggest checking out @theguthealthmd for more guidance too!
Kim Burke says
Make sure to soak your beans for a few hours, rinse and soak overnight in freshwater & about 1 tsp baking soda, drain, rinse, and cook in a pressure cooker; maybe add a few bay leaves.
Helen julia Babak says
Some of these look wonderful and we can’t wait to try them. Can’t decide which one to do first!
Thank you
Woohoo! Thanks, Helen! Let us know if you give any of them a try!
Nomi says
Thanks! More terrific recipes really appreciated! I always copy them to my Paprika app.
Yay! Thanks, Nomi!
JP says
oh these are so good, haven’t tried them all yet (a vegan for 40+yrs) but cooked a lot of them close to the recipes here. I’ll print some of them out and try them in the near future, Thanks !
Woohoo! Let us know what you think when you give them a try, JP!
Kelli Richardson says
Thank you so much for all of these wonderful, easy to make vegan recipes. Without your recipes to continually go to, I’d eat SO much more processed, low nutrition vegan food. Keep up the great work! I sincerely appreciate you all!
Aw thank you, Kelli! We are so grateful for your support!