Baked Pesto Tofu Herb-Infused Baked Tofu with Homemade Basil Pesto Ingredients: 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves 2 tablespoons pine nuts (or walnuts) 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast 1 garlic clove 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons lemon juice 3 tablespoons olive oil Optional: cherry tomatoes or roasted red peppers for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Press tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cut into cubes. In a food processor, combine basil, pine nuts, nutritional yeast, garlic, salt, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth to create pesto. In a bowl, gently toss tofu cubes with the pesto until fully coated. Spread tofu cubes on the baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and slightly crispy. Serve warm with rice, pasta, or a fresh salad. Garnish with cherry tomatoes or roasted red peppers, if desired. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 215 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #bakedtofu #veganpesto #plantbasedprotein #meatlessmeal #easyveganrecipes #dairyfree #pestotofu #basiltofu #highproteinvegan #veganentree #crispypanbaked #tofulover #pestoinspired #glutenfreevegan #ovenbakedtofu #healthyveganmeals #freshherbs #nutritiousdinner #vegancomfort #pestorecipes 💚 This Baked Pesto Tofu is an herb-packed, protein-rich delight that’s perfect for meatless Mondays! 🌱🔥

Vegetable Soup Hearty Garden Vegetable Soup Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 1 zucchini, diced 1 cup green beans, chopped 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes 6 cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried basil Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup fresh spinach or kale, chopped Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add carrots and celery and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in zucchini, green beans, and diced tomatoes with their juice. Pour in vegetable broth and add thyme and basil. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until vegetables are tender. Stir in fresh spinach or kale and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 110 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #vegetablesoup #healthysoup #gardenfresh #plantbased #veganrecipes #souprecipe #comfortfood #lowcalorie #cleaneating #easyrecipes #veggiesoup #homemade #veganfriendly #glutenfree #dinnerideas #mealprep #soupseason #healthymeals #familyfriendly #heartymeal Warm up with this hearty Vegetable Soup—packed with fresh garden veggies and comforting flavors. Perfect for cozy dinners! 🥕🥒🍅