Recipe by April Golightly

A bright, flavorful weeknight dish that brings fresh, cozy Thai inspired comfort to your table

This Pad Thai with tofu is the perfect way to add excitement and color to your dinner routine. With tender rice noodles, crisp veggies, golden tofu and a sweet tangy sauce, every bite is full of flavor and satisfying textures. It is a delicious one pot option that works beautifully for meal prep, busy evenings or anytime you want something comforting with a little spark.

This recipe comes together quickly, travels well and tastes just as good the next day. The fresh lime, crunchy peanuts and fragrant green onions make the whole dish feel lively and balanced. It is simple, nourishing and fun to prepare, which makes it a wonderful plant based twist on a favorite takeout classic.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy and fast. A simple one pot meal that cooks quickly.
• Big flavor. Sweet, tangy, nutty and full of freshness.
• Great for meal prep. Stays delicious for lunches throughout the week.
• Colorful and satisfying. Crisp veggies and tender noodles make a perfect balance.

Pad Thai with Tofu

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• Author: April Golightly
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegan

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A bright, flavorful weeknight dish that brings fresh, cozy Thai inspired comfort to your table

This Pad Thai with tofu is the perfect way to add excitement and color to your dinner routine. With tender rice noodles, crisp veggies, golden tofu and a sweet tangy sauce, every bite is full of flavor and satisfying textures. It is a delicious one pot option that works beautifully for meal prep, busy evenings or anytime you want something comforting with a little spark.

This recipe comes together quickly, travels well and tastes just as good the next day. The fresh lime, crunchy peanuts and fragrant green onions make the whole dish feel lively and balanced. It is simple, nourishing and fun to prepare, which makes it a wonderful plant based twist on a favorite takeout classic.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

• 1 cup rice noodles

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup shredded carrots

• 1 cup bean sprouts

• 1/4 cup chopped green onions

• 1/4 cup crushed peanuts

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil

• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

• 2 teaspoons sriracha sauce
  (or substitute with vegan fish sauce for a similar flavor)

• 1/3 cup brown sugar

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  (plus 2 more if you want extra sauce)

• 2 tablespoons water

• 1 cup firm tofu, diced

Garnish

• Lime wedges

• Fresh cilantro

• Extra peanuts

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Instructions

1. Presoak the rice noodles according to package instructions or use precooked Pad Thai noodles.

2. Dice the tofu, mince the garlic and chop the green onions.

3. Add tofu, garlic and green onions to a sauté pan with sesame oil. Cook on medium high heat until the tofu begins to turn golden.

4. Add the soaked noodles, half the peanuts, sriracha, brown sugar, water and soy sauce. Stir well and let simmer for about 5 minutes.

5. Add the shredded carrots and bean sprouts. Cover the pan and cook for another 8 minutes until vegetables are tender and everything is coated in sauce.

6. Remove from heat and give it a final stir.

7. Plate and top with lime, fresh cilantro, sesame seeds and the remaining peanuts.

Notes

Serve your Pad Thai with extra lime wedges for brightness and a sprinkle of cilantro for freshness.

Add steamed broccoli, sautéed bok choy or crispy tofu on the side if you want more veggies.

This dish is also wonderful cold, making it perfect for weekday lunches or picnic meals.

Nutrition Info is approximate

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Thai Inspired, Vegan

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
• Calories: 444kcal
• Sugar: 20g
• Sodium: 703mg
• Fat: 11g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 74g
• Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 12g
• Cholesterol: 0mg