Sheet Pan Baked Tofu with Thai Basil and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-16 · Updated 2026-04-16

Golden tofu cubes roasted with aromatic garlic and fresh Thai basil, creating a vibrant vegetarian dish perfect for weeknight dinners. This sheet-pan recipe (gluten-free, vegan), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Firm tofu, Garlic, Thai basil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 Firm tofu
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1/4 cup Thai basil
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tsp Rice vinegar
• 1/2 tsp Sesame oil
• 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place 14 oz cubed firm tofu on the sheet and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp rice vinegar, 1/2 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
3. Step 3: Pour the sauce over the tofu and toss until evenly coated, ensuring every cube is covered.
4. Step 4: Bake for 20 minutes, flipping the tofu halfway through, until golden and slightly crisp on the edges.
5. Step 5: While tofu bakes, heat a small skillet over medium heat and add 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
6. Step 6: Remove tofu from oven, transfer to a serving dish, and top with 1/4 cup chopped Thai basil and the garlic. Toss gently to combine.