Vegetarian
Parmesan Broccoli-Topped Lemon Herb Tofu Rice Bowls — Weeknight
Familiar groceries become a weeknight meal with lemon herb flavor and Parmesan Broccoli. The result layers crisp tofu, crunchy vegetables, and brown rice into a make-ahead-friendly bowl with a familiar vegetable boost.
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Preview the developer handoffWhat you’ll need
Ingredients
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 2 carrots, shredded
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 2 cups small broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
Make it happen
Directions
- 1
Pat the tofu dry, toss with cornstarch and salt, and shake off any excess.
- 2
Heat avocado oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high. Cook tofu for 10–12 minutes, turning until crisp.
- 3
Whisk 1 lemon, zested and juiced and 2 tsp dried oregano with 2 tablespoons warm water to make a pourable sauce.
- 4
Divide rice, cabbage, carrot, cucumber, and tofu among bowls. Spoon over the sauce and add lemon juice and parsley.
- 5
Cook the broccoli until crisp-tender and toss with Parmesan before folding it into the meal.
Estimated per serving
Nutrition at a glance
Recipe makes 3 servings. Values are planning estimates, not medical advice.