Vegetarian
Smoky Chipotle Lunchbox-Later Tofu Rice Bowls with Fresh Tomato Relish
Warm smoke with a family-friendly chile kick. This recipe layers crisp tofu, crunchy vegetables, and brown rice into a make-ahead-friendly bowl, planned to hold well for tomorrow's lunch, with juicy color and acidity. It is designed for dependable prep, familiar groceries, and a calm family dinner.
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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 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp minced chipotle in adobo
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 cup diced ripe tomato
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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 tsp smoked paprika and 1 tbsp minced chipotle in adobo 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 lime juice and chopped cilantro.
- 5
Season the diced tomato with olive oil and black pepper and spoon it over the finished meal.
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Nutrition at a glance
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