Best 6 Broccoli Tofu Pitas Recipes

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Broccoli tofu pitas are a delicious and healthy vegetarian meal that can be easily prepared in under 30 minutes. With a flavorful combination of broccoli, tofu, and Mediterranean spices, these pitas are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a packed lunch. The crispy pita bread, tender broccoli, and savory tofu create a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Served with a refreshing yogurt sauce, these pitas are a satisfying and nutritious meal that can be enjoyed by vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHAWARMA-SPICED TOFU PITA WRAPS



Shawarma-Spiced Tofu Pita Wraps image

Squeezing the tofu to get rid of as much water as possible primes it to soak up oil, spices, and, in a word, flavor.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Tofu     Onion     Vinegar     Coriander     Paprika     Cinnamon     Yogurt     Garlic     Cucumber     Mint     Dinner     Quick & Easy     Vegetarian     Quick and Healthy

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
3 Tbsp. seasoned rice vinegar
1 (14-oz.) block firm or extra-firm tofu, drained
3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 tsp. ground coriander
2 tsp. smoked Spanish paprika
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
1/2 cup whole-milk Greek yogurt
1 small garlic clove, finely grated
4 pitas, warmed
2 Persian or mini cucumbers, thinly sliced lengthwise
Mint leaves (for serving)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss onion and vinegar in a small bowl to coat; set aside.
  • Squeeze tofu over a medium bowl, gently at first, then more firmly to expel as much water as possible (like squeezing out a big sponge). Don't worry if it starts to crack apart. When no more liquid comes out, tear tofu into 1" pieces. Arrange in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Toss with oil, then add coriander, paprika, red pepper flakes, cinnamon, and 1 tsp. salt. Toss well to coat. Roast tofu, turning once or twice, until crispy around the edges and well browned, 20-25 minutes (the tofu will get crispier as it cools, so don't be tempted to take it too far and dry it out in the oven).
  • Stir yogurt and garlic in a small bowl; season with salt. Assemble by dividing yogurt among pitas, followed by tofu, cucumbers, drained pickled onion, and a handful of mint.

CHINESE TAKEOUT-STYLE TOFU AND BROCCOLI RECIPE BY TASTY



Chinese Takeout-style Tofu And Broccoli Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: firm tofu, vegetable oil, sesame oil, broccoli florets, vegetable broth, garlic cloves, grated ginger, soy sauce, agave syrup, rice vinegar, cornstarch, toasted sesame seeds, cooked white rice, sliced scallions

Provided by Camille Bergerson

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

14 oz firm tofu
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil, divided
3 cups broccoli florets
3 tablespoons vegetable broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons agave syrup
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 1 tablespoon water
¹¹⁄₂ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, plus more for serving
cooked white rice, for serving
sliced scallions, for serving

Steps:

  • Wrap the tofu in 2 layers of paper towels and place on a plate. Put another plate on top of the tofu to weigh it down and microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until drained.
  • After microwaving, carefully unwrap the tofu and slice into ½-1 inch cubes. Pat each cube dry.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat the vegetable oil and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tofu and cook on all sides until golden brown, 2-4 minutes per side, then remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Add broccoli to the hot pan with the vegetable broth. Cover and reduce the heat to medium-low. Steam for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high.
  • Add the garlic, ginger, and remaining ½ teaspoon of sesame oil. Stir until softened.
  • Add the soy sauce, agave, rice vinegar, and cornstarch slurry. Stir until thickened to your desired consistency. Add the sesame seeds and stir to incorporate.
  • Return the tofu to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce.
  • Serve over white rice and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 11 grams

GRILLED TOFU AND VEGETABLE PITA POCKETS



Grilled Tofu and Vegetable Pita Pockets image

Categories     Sandwich     Vegetable     Vegetarian     Lunch     Feta     Mint     Tofu     Bell Pepper     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup bottled Italian dressing
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
4 3/4-inch-thick slices firm tofu (from 14-ounce package), drained well on several paper towels
2 medium-size green bell peppers, quartered lengthwise, seeded
8 green onions, all but 3 inches of green tops trimmed
2 7-inch-diameter pita breads, cut in half crosswise
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Whisk dressing and mint in small bowl to blend. Arrange tofu, bell peppers and green onions on small platter; brush with some of dressing mixture.
  • Wrap pita bread in foil; place at edge of grill to warm through. Grill vegetables and tofu until lightly charred and heated through, occasionally turning and brushing with some dressing mixture, about 8 minutes for vegetables and 5 minutes for tofu.
  • Cut tofu and peppers into 1/4-inch pieces. Fill each pita half with 1/4 of tofu and peppers. Top each with 2 green onions and 1/4 of feta cheese. Drizzle with any remaining dressing mixture and serve.

GREEK TOFU PITAS



Greek Tofu Pitas image

Made up as a great vegetarian gyro! If you are not vegetarian, this marinade/recipe would be fabulous with chicken as well.

Provided by sofie-a-toast

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

14 ounces extra firm tofu
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup broth
1/4 cup pesto sauce
3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
1 teaspoon lemon juice
salt
pepper
1/3 cup crumbled feta
1/3 cup tzatziki, sauce
1 cucumber, chopped
1 large tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup pitted kalamata olive, chopped
4 pita bread

Steps:

  • drain the tofu and press for 30 min by putting between paper towels with a large weight (book or heavy pan) on top.
  • Prepare the marinade by mixing oil, broth, pesto, garlic, oregano, thyme, rosemary, lemon and salt and pepper to taste.
  • cut the tofu into thin strips. Marinate the tofu for 1hr minimum, tossing a few times to make sure it is evenly distributed but being careful not to break pieces.
  • meanwhile, combine cucumber, tomato, olive and feta in a bowl.
  • Take the tofu out of the marinade (reserve marinade) and fry over very high heat in a non-stick skillet until darkly browned (very important that it is non-stick!). Turn off heat and immediately pour extra marinade over tofu. The pan will be very hot and the marinade should mostly cook off immediately,.
  • Meanwhile, heat up pitas in oven or microwave. Cut in half and fill each one with tofu, tzatziki, and veggies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.7, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 11.2, Sodium 616.2, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 4.5, Protein 16.7

BROCCOLI TOFU PITAS



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A quick sandwich that I created one afternoon.

Provided by Natalie

Categories     Tofu Recipes

Time 17m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 cup diced firm tofu
2 tablespoons thousand island dressing
1 pita bread

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium high heat, heat the tablespoon of oil. Fry broccoli in hot oil for 5 minutes, then stir in the tofu. Cook until broccoli is slightly tender, about 3 to 4 more minutes. Remove from heat and toss with the salad dressing.
  • Cut pita bread in half and stuff each pocket with half of the mixture. Other types of dressing may be used in place of thousand island if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 362.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

BROCCOLI TOFU PITAS



Broccoli Tofu Pitas image

A quick sandwich that I created one afternoon.

Provided by Natalie

Categories     Tofu Recipes

Time 17m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 cup diced firm tofu
2 tablespoons thousand island dressing
1 pita bread

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium high heat, heat the tablespoon of oil. Fry broccoli in hot oil for 5 minutes, then stir in the tofu. Cook until broccoli is slightly tender, about 3 to 4 more minutes. Remove from heat and toss with the salad dressing.
  • Cut pita bread in half and stuff each pocket with half of the mixture. Other types of dressing may be used in place of thousand island if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 362.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

Tips:

  • Prep your veggies: Cut the broccoli into 1-inch florets and thinly slice the carrots and bell peppers. This will ensure they cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the veggies, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from steaming.
  • Use a food processor: If you don't have a food processor, you can use a blender or a grater to chop the tofu. However, a food processor will give you the smoothest and most consistent results.
  • Season the tofu well: Don't be afraid to season the tofu generously. It will help it absorb the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Toast the pitas: Toasting the pitas will help them hold their shape and make them more flavorful.
  • Load up the pitas: Once the pitas are toasted, load them up with the tofu, veggies, and sauce. Be generous with the toppings!

Conclusion:

These broccoli tofu pitas are a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. They're packed with protein, veggies, and flavor, and they're easy to make. Plus, they're a great way to use up any leftover tofu or broccoli. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these pitas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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