Best Vegetable Stir-Fry with Tofu

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A vibrant, nutrient-packed stir-fry featuring crispy tofu and seasonal vegetables in a savory-sweet sauce, ready in 35 minutes. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, vegetable oil, broccoli florets for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 14 oz, pressed and cubed extra-firm tofu
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup, sliced bell peppers
• 1 cup, sliced carrots
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp, sliced green onions
• 1 tsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add cubed tofu and cook for 5-6 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden brown on all sides.
2. Step 2: Push tofu to one side, then add broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
3. Step 3: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth. Pour over vegetables and tofu, stirring to coat evenly.
4. Step 4: Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything, then stir in 2 tbsp sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds.
5. Step 5: Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.