Crispy Tofu Pesto Sandwich

Name: Crispy Tofu Pesto Sandwich
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon(s) nutritional yeast; 1 tablespoon(s) cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon(s) garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon(s) dried thyme; 1 tablespoon(s) soy sauce ((gluten-free if preferred)); 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil; 1 12oz block(s) extra firm tofu (drained); 8 slices bread ((gluten-free if preferred)); 4 tablespoon(s) Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto; 1 cup baby spinach ((or lettuce of choice)); 1 large tomato (sliced); salt & pepper (to taste)

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Crispy Tofu Pesto Sandwich

A delicious and satisfying meal that pairs perfectly with a side salad or some crispy potato chips. Whether you're enjoying it at home or on the go, this sandwich is sure to hit the spot! I like homemade sun-dried tomato pesto but any pesto (store-bought or homemade) will also work.

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Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Meal Type: Dinner, Lunch

Special: 30 Minutes or Less, Gluten-Free, Kid-Friendly, Seasonal (Cold Weather), Seasonal (Hot Weather)

Tool: Air Fryer, Oven

Ingredient: Spinach, Tofu, Tomatoes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the tofu:

1 tablespoon(s) nutritional yeast
1 tablespoon(s) cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon(s) garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon(s) dried thyme
1 tablespoon(s) soy sauce (gluten-free if preferred)
1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1 12oz block(s) extra firm tofu drained

For the sandwich:

8 slices bread (gluten-free if preferred)
4 tablespoon(s) Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto (or another kind of store-bought pesto, vegan green pesto works too) (add extra pesto to taste if desired)
1 cup baby spinach (or lettuce of choice)
1 large tomato sliced
salt & pepper to taste

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Instructions

Add the nutritional yeast, cornstarch, garlic powder, thyme, olive oil and soy sauce to a shallow bowl and mix well.
Cut the tofu lengthwise into 4 even-sized pieces. Take each piece of tofu and dip it into the sauce, taking time to coat it evenly. Place the tofu into an air fryer basket and cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes.
If you do not have an air-fryer, preheat your oven or toaster oven to 400℉ (200℃) and cook the tofu on a parchment paper lined baking sheet for 20 - 30 minutes until golden.
Assemble the sandwich by spreading the pesto equally over each slice of bread, adding more if desired. Top 4 slices of bread with a layer of spinach and crispy tofu. Then add a slice or two of tomato and season to taste with salt and pepper. Finish each sandwich by topping it with another slice of bread.

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