Healthy
Tofu & Cucumber Salad Rice Bowl
This warm, protein-packed rice bowl is a simple yet satisfying meal that's perfect for lunch or a quick weeknight dinner. Tangy quick-pickled cucumbers pair beautifully with hearty brown rice, tofu, and a hard-boiled egg, creating a balanced dish that's full of fresh flavor and nourishing ingredients.
The star of this warm, protein-packed bowl is a simple quick-pickled salad. Just toss thinly sliced cucumbers and green onions with rice vinegar, sesame oil, and salt for a satisfyingly tangy crunch!
Ingredients:
- 1 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- Salt, to taste
- ⅔ cup cooked brown rice
- 5 oz tofu, sliced
- 1 large hard-boiled egg, halved
Directions:
Toss the cucumber and green onions with the rice vinegar, sesame oil, and salt to taste.
Let stand for 5 minutes, or until the cucumber is slightly wilted.
Spoon the cooked brown rice into a bowl.
Top with the sliced tofu, hard-boiled egg halves, and cucumber salad.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 405
- Protein: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
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