Trader Joe’s Organic Baked Tofu Teriyaki Flavor
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Protein
- Fiber
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
Verdict
Organic Baked Tofu Teriyaki Flavor is a pre-marinated, ready-to-eat soy product. Its main strength is the high protein content, while its main tradeoff is the significant sodium level. Overall, it serves as a flavor-forward shortcut for quick meals.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair it with steamed broccoli and brown rice for a complete meal bowl.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a strong balance of protein and fiber, though the sodium concentration is high. Calories and saturated fat remain relatively low for a prepared tofu item.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 190 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 530mg | 23% |
| Total Carbs | 15g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 2g | — |
| Added Sugars | 2g | 4% |
| Protein | 15g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 240mg | 6% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from organic tofu and a teriyaki-style glaze containing soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown rice syrup. This formulated sauce introduces several processed sweeteners and salts, shifting the product away from a simple whole-food base.
Ingredients
Organic Tofu (Filtered Water, Organic Soybeans, Contains 2% or Less of Magnesium Chloride, Calcium Sulfate), Water, Organic Soy Sauce (Water, Organic Soybeans, Sea Salt, Organic Whole Wheat, Organic Alcohol [To Protect Quality]), Organic Rice Vinegar, Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Organic Tomato Paste, Organic Sake (Water, Organic Rice, Koji, Salt), Organic Garlic, Organic Sugar, Organic Canola Oil), Organic Ginger, Organic Garlic Powder, Organic Ginger Powder.
