Description
Lime and Ginger Vegan Stir-Fry is a vibrant, quick-cooking dish that combines fresh vegetables and protein-packed tofu in a zesty lime and ginger sauce. Bursting with flavor and color, this stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. Serve it over rice or quinoa for a complete meal, or enjoy it on its own for a satisfying low-carb option.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas, carrots)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 3 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup firm tofu (cubed)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Drain and press the tofu to remove excess moisture before cutting it into cubes.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Cook the tofu: In a large skillet or wok over medium heat with a splash of oil, add the tofu cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add vegetables: Toss in the mixed vegetables along with a pinch of salt. Saut? until tender yet crisp (approximately 5 minutes).
- Combine everything: Pour the prepared sauce over the tofu and vegetables; stir well to coat evenly.
- Serve: Transfer to plates or bowls; garnish with extra lime wedges if desired. Enjoy warm with rice or on its own!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg