Veggie Stir Fry with Tofu

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-04 · Updated 2026-05-04

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A vibrant and nutritious stir fry combining fresh vegetables and tofu, reflecting the wholesome spirit of home learning and family meals. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, sesame oil, carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block, drained and cubed firm tofu
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 medium, julienned carrot
1 medium, sliced thin red bell pepper
1 cup, trimmed snap peas
2 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
2 stalks, sliced green onions
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
Step 2: Add 14 oz cubed firm tofu and cook, turning occasionally, for 6-8 minutes until all sides are golden and slightly crisp.
Step 3: Push tofu to one side and add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger to the empty side; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 1 medium julienned carrot, 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup trimmed snap peas; stir fry together for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Step 5: Pour in 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce and 1 tbsp honey; toss everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.