Fresh Greens and Spicy Tofu Bento Bowl
Elevate your lunch game with this vibrant and flavorful Fresh Greens and Spicy Tofu Bento Bowl! Perfectly crispy tofu is coated in a bold, sweet-and-spicy marinade of soy sauce, sriracha, and maple syrup, then paired with a nourishing mix of fresh spinach, shredded carrots, creamy avocado, and crunchy cucumber. Served over a bed of fluffy rice and drizzled with a tangy sesame dressing, this wholesome bento bowl is a delightful balance of texture and flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for meal prepping or a quick, satisfying lunch. Topped with green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, it’s a fresh, protein-packed bowl that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams firm tofu
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 cups spinach or mixed greens
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
- 1 small cucumber, sliced
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons green onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
Instructions
Press the tofu to remove excess water by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object on top for 15 minutes.
Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sriracha, maple syrup, and cornstarch to create a marinade.
Toss the tofu cubes in the marinade until evenly coated. Allow them to marinate for 10 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of neutral cooking oil.
Add the marinated tofu cubes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crispy. Set aside.
Prepare the sesame dressing by whisking together sesame oil, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds in a small bowl. Set aside.
Assemble the bento bowl by layering a base of cooked rice in two serving bowls.
Top each bowl with a handful of spinach or mixed greens, shredded carrot, sliced cucumber, and avocado.
Divide the cooked spicy tofu evenly between the two bowls.
Drizzle the sesame dressing over the ingredients in each bowl.
Garnish with chopped green onions and an extra sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Fresh Greens and Spicy Tofu Bento Bowl!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.3 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2791 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.7 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.2 g | ||
| Protein | 68.6 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 877 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 2932 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
