Simple Buddha Bowl with Crispy Tofu
Ingredients
- rice noodles
- root vegetables
- quinoa
- tofu
- chickpeas
- tempeh
- vegetables
- avocado
- mango
- nuts
- cabbage
- kale
- edamame
- hummus
- beans
- falafel
- peanut butter dressing
Marinade
- soya sauce
- rice vinegar
- maple syrup
- brown sugar
- oil
- lime
- garlic
- chilli
Preparation
Boil rice noodles or bake or airfry root vegetables; alternatively, defrost pre-cooked quinoa if available.
Mix together a quick marinade using soya sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup or brown sugar, oil, lime, garlic, and chilli.
Fry tofu in oil until crispy, then pour over some marinade and fry until absorbed; tip: can use chickpeas or tempeh instead.
Chop up vegetables or roast them in the oven, possibly at the same time as roasting potatoes.
Combine all elements in a bowl, drizzle with favorite sauce, add fresh vegetables or avocado, and enjoy.
Tips
Buddha bowls can include various add-ins like mango, nuts, fried fruit, cabbage, green kale, roasted chickpeas, or steamed edamame.
Prep ingredients such as quinoa, hummus, beans, marinated tempeh, falafel, pea hummus, or peanut butter dressing in advance for quick assembly.
Use organic produce whenever possible for better health benefits.
