Broiled Tofu Over Cilantro Pesto Recipe

Name: Broiled Tofu Over Cilantro Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup mild olive oil plus additional for brushing; 2 firm tofu 14-to 16-oz packages, rinsed and drained; 2 cups cilantro leaves packed fresh; 2 tablespoons pine nuts optional; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons soy sauce Braggs; 1 teaspoon sesame oil Asian; 1 teaspoon sugar fructose; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; pine nuts; cilantro leaves; lime wedge

Servings: persons

1/4 cup mild olive oil plus additional for brushing
2 firm tofu 14-to 16-oz packages, rinsed and drained
2 cups cilantro leaves packed fresh
2 tablespoons pine nuts optional
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce Braggs
1 teaspoon sesame oil Asian
1 teaspoon sugar fructose
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
pine nuts
cilantro leaves
lime wedge

1
Preheat broiler and lightly oil a shallow flameproof baking pan with olive oil.
2
Cut each block of tofu crosswise into 6 slices and pat dry between several layers of paper towels.
3
Arrange in 1 layer in baking pan and brush tops of slices with more olive oil.
4
Broil 4 to inches from heat, without turning, until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
5
While tofu is broiling, Puree cilantro, pine nuts, lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, remaining 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor until bright green and smooth, about 1 minute.
6
Transfer tofu with a slotted spatula to a platter and serve with cilantro pesto. Note:Pesto can be made 3 days ahead and chilled in an airtight container.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup mild olive oil plus additional for brushing, 2 firm tofu 14-to 16-oz packages, rinsed and drained, 2 cups cilantro leaves packed fresh, 2 tablespoons pine nuts optional, and more.

Yes, Broiled Tofu Over Cilantro Pesto falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broiled Tofu Over Cilantro Pesto

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