Lemon Garlic Tofu and Potato Pasta Bake
A quick and satisfying American-inspired pasta dish featuring lemon, garlic, and tofu, topped with crispy potatoes and baked to perfection. Perfect for a weekday lunch.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total Time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- easy
- Cuisine
- American
Ingredients
- 2mediumlemon, juiced
- 1blockfirm tofu, cubed
- 4clovesgarlic, minced
- 2mediumpotatoes, thinly sliced
- 8ozpasta, cooked according to package instructions
- 2tbspolive oil
- 1tspsalt
- 1/2tspblack pepper
- 1/2cupparmesan cheese, grated
Step-by-Step
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
5m - 2
In a large bowl, combine the cubed tofu, minced garlic, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the tofu evenly.
5m - 3
Spread the seasoned tofu mixture in a baking dish. Arrange the thinly sliced potatoes on top, overlapping slightly.
5m - 4
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the potato slices.
2m - 5
Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are crispy and golden brown.
30m375°F (190°C) - 6
Remove the baked dish from the oven and stir in the cooked pasta. Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the top.
3m - 7
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5m375°F (190°C)