Air-Fried Tofu Nuggets

Create crispy tofu nuggets to top off your favorite pasta or salad, or eat these alone with your favorite dipping sauce. You’ll love the texture of these meatless snacks.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes


Ingredients
1 block tofu, very firm, pressed and drained
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

1. Cut the tofu into bite-size cubes and use a bowl or bag to shake it with the spices.
2. Add into the air fryer and cook for 10-15 minutes at 400 F, shaking halfway through.
3. If using oven, bake at 475 F on a baking sheet with parchment for 15 minutes on each side.
4. Serve with dipping sauce.

Nutritional Information
6 servings. Each serving = 70 calories, 3.5 g fat, 8 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates, 1 g fiber, 116 mg sodium

About
This recipe was provided by the Columbus Community Hospital diabetes and health education department, which offers various programs to help educate and support community members who have diabetes or are at risk of developing diabetes. The department’s services include group classes and individual appointments for inpatient and outpatient diabetes education. For more information on the diabetes and health education department, click here.