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Quinoa Crusted Tofu Fingers

Crispy Quinoa Crusted Tofu Fingers You’ll Love to Crunch

Crispy quinoa crusted tofu fingers are a comforting snack that blends crunch and nutty flavor, perfect for busy nights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 fingers
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Plant-Based, Vegan
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu Fingers
  • 1 block Extra-firm tofu Press well to remove excess moisture
  • 1 cup Cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup Cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • 1 cup Plant-based milk Unsweetened works best
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
For Serving & Dipping
  • 1 cup Your favorite dipping sauce e.g., spicy sriracha mayo, tangy BBQ
  • Fresh herbs (optional) e.g., chopped parsley or cilantro

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Shallow bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Press extra-firm tofu for 15 minutes, then slice into ½-inch thick fingers and pat dry.
  3. In a shallow bowl, whisk plant-based milk with cornstarch, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper until smooth.
  4. Dip each tofu finger into the binder, pressing into cooked quinoa for an even coating.
  5. Arrange coated tofu on the prepared sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway until crispy and lightly browned.
  6. Optional: Sprinkle chopped parsley for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fingerCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For the best crunch, enjoy your Quinoa Crusted Tofu Fingers right out of the oven with your favorite dipping sauce.

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