Veta – Vegan Feta Tofu (Basic Recipe)

This Veta is a simple tofu-based staple recipe. Lemon juice, salt, and olive oil give it its characteristic salty and tangy flavour. Depending on the dish, the tofu can be crumbled or cubed and enjoyed plain or seasoned with Mediterranean herbs.

At a glance

🕒 Prep time: 10 minutes
🔥 Oven: 25 minutes or ❄️ refrigerator: 8-12 hours
👩🏼‍🍳 Difficulty: easy

Ingredients – basic version

• 180 – 200 g firm natural tofu
• juice of 1 lemon
• 2 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp olive oil

Additional ingredients for a Mediterranean version

• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 small sprig rosemary, very finely chopped (optional)
• freshly ground pepper to taste

The herbs are optional – but especially recommended as a topping for salads.

Instructions

1. Press the tofu for at least 20 minutes.
2. Depending on how you plan to use it, either crumble it roughly or cut it into small cubes.
3. Mix with lemon juice, salt and olive oil.
4. Fold in the herbs if using.

Option 1: Quick Oven-Baked Veta

5. Place the marinated tofu in a small ovenproof dish and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 20–25 minutes. Stir once during baking so that all pieces are evenly coated with the marinade.

Option 2: Classic Refrigerator Veta

5. Transfer the marinated tofu to an airtight container and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight.

Storage

Stored airtight in the refrigerator, the Veta keeps for about 3–4 days. The flavour will intensify slightly over time.

Uses

• as a topping for salads
• in bowls
• as a filling for wraps or quiche
• crumbled over roasted vegetables

The basic version works especially well for dishes that already have their own seasoning.
The herb version adds a pleasant Mediterranean touch.

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