Low Sodium Crispy Baked Tofu

Transform your weeknight meals with this Low Sodium Crispy Baked Tofu recipe—an easy, heart-healthy dish bursting with flavor and texture. Featuring extra-firm tofu marinated in a savory blend of olive oil, low sodium soy sauce, garlic powder, and paprika, this dish packs bold taste without the excess salt. A light dusting of cornstarch ensures the tofu bakes to golden, crispy perfection in your oven—no frying required! Ready in just 45 minutes, this high-protein, plant-based option is perfect as a snack, salad topping, or main course over rice or veggies. Enjoy a guilt-free, low-sodium twist on classic crispy tofu that's as versatile as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 ounces extra-firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Drain the tofu and press it to remove excess moisture. This can be done by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object on top, such as a skillet, for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 3

While the tofu is being pressed, prepare the marinade. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, low sodium soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and paprika. Mix well.

Step 4

After pressing, cut the tofu into cubes, approximately 1-inch in size.

Step 5

Gently toss the tofu cubes in the marinade mixture until they are well-coated. Let it sit for at least 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 6

Sprinkle the cornstarch over the marinated tofu cubes and toss again to ensure an even coating. The cornstarch helps the tofu become crispy when baked.

Step 7

Arrange the tofu cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch each other to allow even cooking.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, turning the tofu cubes halfway through cooking to ensure all sides become crispy and golden brown.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove the tofu from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve as a standalone snack, or over salads, rice, or with your favorite low-sodium dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(465.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	921.2

Total Fat 60.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 643.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g	0%
Total Sugars 2.8g
Protein 64.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2740.5mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 1113.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 15.6%