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Greek‑Style Sesame Tofu Stir‑Fry

Crispy tofu tossed with sesame oil, lemon‑zest, cherry tomatoes, and Kalamata olives for a bright, quick skillet meal.

Greek‑Style Sesame Tofu Stir‑Fry

Total

25 min

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Serves

2

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Servings

Recipe serves 2

Ingredients

  • 300 g extra‑firm tofu
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 10 cherry tomatoes
  • 5 Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1 tbsp low‑sodium soy sauce
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Press the tofu between paper towels for 5 minutes, then cut into 1‑inch cubes.

  2. 2

    Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a non‑stick skillet over medium‑high heat; add tofu and fry 4‑5 minutes, turning until golden and crisp. Transfer tofu to a plate.

  3. 3

    Add the remaining 1 tsp sesame oil, minced garlic, and cherry tomatoes to the same skillet; sauté 2 minutes until tomatoes soften.

  4. 4

    Stir in the soy sauce, lemon zest, and sliced olives; cook 1 minute to combine flavors.

  5. 5

    Return the crispy tofu to the pan, toss everything together for another minute, then remove from heat.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately, sprinkled with optional chopped parsley.

Nutrition per serving

Calories

280

14% of a 2,000 kcal day

Protein17 g
Carbohydrate9 g
Fat19 g
Fiber2.5 g
Sugar3.5 g
Sodium1100 mg

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