Description
Experience a burst of flavors and colors with the Avocado Tofu Rice Bowl! This vibrant dish combines creamy avocado, crispy tofu, and hearty brown rice, topped with fresh veggies for a delightful crunch. Perfect for meal prep or impressing guests, this recipe is both nutritious and customizable, allowing you to explore endless flavor combinations while enjoying a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brown rice
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (optional)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or green onions), for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse brown rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions.
- Press tofu wrapped in paper towels under a weight for 15 minutes to remove moisture. Cut into cubes.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Sauté tofu until golden brown on all sides (about 10-12 minutes).
- Add soy sauce and sesame oil during the last few minutes of cooking; toss until coated.
- Chop bell peppers and cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
- In bowls, layer cooked rice, sautéed tofu, avocado slices, chopped veggies, and drizzle with lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg