One-Pan Teriyaki Tofu & Rainbow Vegetables
Crispy baked tofu and colorful stir-fried vegetables coated in a homemade teriyaki glaze, ready in 15 minutes with minimal cleanup. This asian-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs pressed and cubed firm tofu, broccoli florets, thinly sliced carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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 firm tofu
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup, thinly sliced carrots
- 1 cup, thinly sliced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup, sliced onion
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp, minced ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp, for garnish sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add tofu cubes and cook 5 minutes, turning until golden brown on all sides.
- Step 2: Add broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, and onion to the skillet; stir-fry 5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 3: Whisk teriyaki sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, and cornstarch in a bowl; pour over vegetables and tofu, stirring until sauce thickens and coats ingredients (about 2 minutes), then sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Teriyaki Tofu & Rainbow Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pan Teriyaki Tofu & Rainbow Vegetables?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pressed and cubed firm tofu from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Teriyaki Tofu & Rainbow Vegetables?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pan Teriyaki Tofu & Rainbow Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pan Teriyaki Tofu & Rainbow Vegetables?
Asian one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order asian delivery again.
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
