Tofu Broccoli with Sesame Noodles

Tofu and broccoli, served with sesame noodles are made with lean protein from the tofu, healthy fats from the sauce, and green veggies! This simple, healthy, and quick recipe is done in 30 minutes! Faster than take-out! Source: pickyeaterblog

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Tofu Broccoli with Sesame Noodles
Suitable from
Finger foods (BLW)

Easy/Medium to prepare

Total time
30min

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Makes
4servings

adjustable below

Iron
0.9mg

per serving

Common allergens

Peanuts, Sesame, Soy, WheatIntroduce one at a time.

Ingredients

4 servings
  • Soba noodles8 oz
  • Broccoli, raw1 head
  • Olive oilcooking spray
  • Tofu1 package
  • Salt⅛ tsp
  • Spices, black pepper¼ tsp
  • Soy sauce2 tbsp
  • Sesame oil2 tbsp
  • Peanut butter1 tbsp
  • Sesame seeds2 tsp
  • Brown sugar1 tsp
  • Spices, chili pepper flakes¼ tsp
  • Garlic4 cloves
  • Ginger root2 tsp
  • Green onions5 pieces, chopped
  • Rice vinegar2 tbsp

Steps

  1. Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add soba; cook 3 minutes. Add broccoli to pan; cook 3 minutes or until soba and broccoli are done. Drain.

  2. Coat a large pan with cooking spray. Add tofu to the pan, saute on each side until each side is browned and crispy.

  3. Combine vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, peanut butter, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, sugar, crushed red pepper, ginger (if using) and garlic in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Stir in noodles, broccoli, and tofu. Sprinkle with remaining sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from USDA data for the ingredients above.

Calories
101kcal
Protein
4.9g
Fat
3.8g
Carbs
13.3g
Calories from
  • Carbs50%
  • Protein18%
  • Fat32%

Good source of Vitamin K · Vitamin C

Ingredient health benefits

🩸 Blood health
🦠 Immune system
✨ Anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant
💊 Supporting nutrition absorption
💩 Gut health
🧠 Brain development
👀 Eyesight
🚽 Digestion
🔥 Energy
🦴 Bone health
🫀 Cardiovascular health
🤲 Skin health

General associations for these ingredients, not claims about this recipe.

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Nutrition Facts

Estimated · 4 servings per recipe

Amount per serving

Calories

101

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 3.8g5%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 254.6mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 13.3g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g3%
Total Sugars 0.9g
Incl. Added Sugars 0.0g0%
Protein 4.9g10%
Vitamin D 0.0mcg0%
Calcium 47mg4%
Iron 0.9mg5%
Potassium 154mg3%
Vitamin C 17.9mg20%
Vitamin K 26.6mcg22%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg6%
Folate 35mcg9%
Magnesium 30mg7%
Zinc 0.6mg5%
Choline 12mg2%

Estimated from USDA ingredient data. %DV uses the adult 2,000-calorie reference — children’s needs differ.