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Easy Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Tofu (One Pan)

By Bridget Houston

Easy Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Tofu (One Pan)

Updated at: Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:03:48 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

47

Low

Glycemic Load

66

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories1283.8 kcal (64%)

Total Fat60.9 g (87%)

Carbs136 g (52%)

Sugars14.4 g (16%)

Protein51.9 g (104%)

Sodium1161.3 mg (58%)

Fiber14.2 g (51%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

1. Cook the pasta first

Step 2

Boil salted water.

Step 3

Cook pasta until al dente.

Step 4

Save ½ cup pasta water, then drain.(Set aside while you cook the tofu.)

Step 5

2. Crispy tofu

Step 6

Pat tofu dry and cut into bite-size triangles or cubes.

Step 7

Mix cornstarch, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Step 8

Toss tofu until coated.

Step 9

Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.

Step 10

Pan-fry tofu 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

Step 11

Remove tofu from the pan and set aside.

Step 12

3. Make the sauce (same pan, easy)

Step 13

Lower heat to medium-low. Add a little more oil if the pan is dry.

Step 14

Add garlic, cook 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 15

Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.

Step 16

Add coconut milk, water, and tomato paste. Stir until smooth.

Step 17

Simmer gently 4–5 minutes until creamy.

Step 18

Stir in spinach until wilted.

Step 19

4. Bring it together

Step 20

Add tofu back to the pan.

Step 21

Add cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water.

Step 22

Toss gently until everything is coated and glossy.

Step 23

Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or chili flakes.

Step 24

Finish with basil and vegan parmesan if using.

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