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Tahini Tofu Bowl


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A hearty and healthy plant-based bowl featuring crispy tofu, brown rice, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini dressing. Perfect for meal prepping.


Ingredients

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  • 600 g extra-firm tofu
  • 240 g uncooked brown rice
  • 200 g shredded red cabbage
  • 160 g shredded carrots
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 1/2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 avocado
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup water

  • Instructions

    1. Press the extra-firm tofu to remove excess water, then cut into cubes.
    2. Cook the brown rice according to package directions.
    3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    4. Add tofu cubes to the skillet and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
    5. Season the cooked tofu with salt and pepper.
    6. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, juice from half a lemon, water, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
    7. Slice the avocado.
    8. Assemble the bowls by dividing the cooked brown rice among four bowls.
    9. Add shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, and crispy tofu to each bowl.
    10. Top with sliced avocado.
    11. Drizzle generously with the tahini dressing.
    12. Serve immediately or store for meal prep.

    Equipment

    Recommended kitchen tools: Digital Food Scale, Glass Meal Prep Containers and Vacuum Sealer.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: main dish
    • Method: meal prep
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 bowl
    • Calories: 750
    • Sugar: 5
    • Sodium: 300
    • Fat: 45
    • Saturated Fat: 7
    • Unsaturated Fat: 30
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 60
    • Fiber: 12
    • Protein: 35
    • Cholesterol: 0

    Keywords: tofu, tahini, vegan, vegetarian, meal prep, healthy, plant-based, bowl