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Ginger Sesame Cozy Tofu Rice Bowls with Parmesan Broccoli, an original WorkLife Meal Plan recipe

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Ginger Sesame Cozy Tofu Rice Bowls with Parmesan Broccoli

Savory ginger, toasted sesame, and a hint of sweetness. This recipe layers crisp tofu, crunchy vegetables, and brown rice into a make-ahead-friendly bowl, made for a comforting dinner without an all-evening cook time, with a familiar vegetable boost. It is designed for dependable prep, familiar groceries, and a calm family dinner.

Plant proteinMeal prepColorfulComfort foodKid-friendly
Prep19 min
Cook20 min
Serves4
Total39 min
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What 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 tbsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cups small broccoli florets
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
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Make it happen

Directions

  1. 1

    Pat the tofu dry, toss with cornstarch and salt, and shake off any excess.

  2. 2

    Heat avocado oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high. Cook tofu for 10–12 minutes, turning until crisp.

  3. 3

    Whisk 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce with 2 tablespoons warm water to make a pourable sauce.

  4. 4

    Divide rice, cabbage, carrot, cucumber, and tofu among bowls. Spoon over the sauce and add sesame oil and sliced scallions.

  5. 5

    Cook the broccoli until crisp-tender and toss with Parmesan before folding it into the meal.

Estimated per serving

Nutrition at a glance

Estimates are provided for planning and are not medical advice.

545calories24gprotein9gfiber