Tofu Rice Bowl with Peanut Sauce
This one-bowl wonder is healthy, filling, and protein-rich! Made with baked tofu, roasted veggies, warm rice, and a garlic-ginger peanut sauce.
Servings: 4 bowls
Ingredients
For the baked tofu:
- 14 oz. block extra-firm tofu (pressed*)
- 1/4 cup tamari
- 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar
- 2 tsp. pure maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
For the roasted veggies:
- 5 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 red bell pepper
The rest:
- 1 cup brown basmati rice (or white)
- 1 batch Peanut Sauce**
- For serving: Sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, peanuts, cashews, green onions, sriracha, mung bean sprouts, etc.
Instructions
- Begin: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking pans with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Cook rice: Rinse and cook rice according to package instructions.
- Prepare the tofu: Cut tofu into small cubes, about 2/3-inch. In a medium bowl, add tamari, rice vinegar, maple syrup, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir the marinade, then add tofu cubes. Gently toss with a spatula to evenly coat, then set bowl aside to marinate for a few minutes.
- Prepare veggies: Chop broccoli into small florets. Slice carrots. Dice bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- Bake tofu & veggies: Spread out tofu on a lined pan in a single layer. (Spoon any remaining sauce over the top for maximum flavor if desired.) On the other pan, spread out veggies. Add salt & pepper if desired. Then place both trays in oven and bake for 30 minutes, stirring each halfway through.
- Make peanut sauce: While everything is cooking, make the peanut sauce.
- Assemble bowls: To a serving bowl, add cooked rice, veggies, and tofu. Then drizzle peanut sauce and any desired toppings. (I like sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, and peanuts for crunch.)
Notes
*Pressing tofu: Use a tofu press for about 15-20 minutes (or longer) or simply press between paper towels to remove excess moisture.
**Peanut sauce: I find one batch of peanut sauce is a pretty great match for this recipe. (Each serving gets 1/3 cup sauce.) But if you like extra sauce, feel free to make a larger (or even double) batch.
Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)
Calories: 529 kcal | Carbohydrates: 70 g | Protein: 24 g | Fat: 20 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8 g | Potassium: 994 mg | Fiber: 7 g | Sugar: 18 g | Vitamin A: 6714 IU | Vitamin C: 142 mg | Calcium: 147 mg | Iron: 4 mg
