Vegan Baked Tofu Feta (Printable Version)

Hearty vegan pasta with baked tofu feta, roasted tomatoes, and fresh basil for a flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tofu Feta

01 - 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cut into cubes
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
04 - 1 tbsp white miso paste
05 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
06 - 1 tsp dried oregano
07 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Vegetables

10 - 17.5 oz cherry tomatoes
11 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
12 - 1 small red onion, sliced (optional)
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil
14 - 1/2 tsp salt
15 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Pasta

16 - 12 oz dried pasta (penne or fusilli; use gluten-free if needed)
17 - 2 tbsp reserved pasta water

→ Garnish

18 - Fresh basil leaves, torn
19 - Extra olive oil, to drizzle

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
02 - In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, miso paste, apple cider vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add tofu cubes and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes.
03 - Place cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, and sliced red onion (if using) in a large baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
04 - Nestle the tofu cubes in the center of the baking dish among the tomatoes, pouring any remaining marinade over them.
05 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until tomatoes burst and tofu edges turn golden and slightly crisp.
06 - While baking, cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 2 tablespoons of pasta water before draining.
07 - Remove the baking dish from oven and gently mash some roasted tomatoes with a fork to release their juices.
08 - Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water to the baking dish. Toss gently to coat everything evenly in the creamy tomato-tofu mixture.
09 - Serve hot, topped with torn fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Hearty and satisfying vegan meal
  • Easy to prepare with simple ingredients
02 -
  • Contains soy from tofu and miso paste
  • Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option
03 -
  • Press tofu thoroughly to remove excess moisture for better texture
  • Let tofu marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb flavors
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