Description
This vibrant Turmeric Coconut Cream Tofu Buddha Bowl is a healthy and flavorful meal packed with protein, wholesome grains, and colorful vegetables. It features crispy tofu, roasted vegetables, and a creamy turmeric coconut sauce complemented by a rich peanut sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g quinoa, rinsed
- 480ml water
- 400g firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 4 Tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1 Tbsp lime juice
- 0.5 tsp sriracha (optional)
- 3 Tbsp water
- 200ml coconut milk
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 0.5 tsp grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 Tbsp toasted coconut flakes
- 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Cook Quinoa: Rinse quinoa, combine with water, boil, then simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Marinate Tofu: Whisk soy sauce, maple syrup, cumin, and paprika. Toss with tofu and marinate for 10-30 minutes.
- Fry Tofu: Heat oil and fry tofu until golden brown and crispy (3-4 minutes per side).
- Roast Vegetables: Toss broccoli, carrots, and cabbage with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast at 200°C (400°F) for 15-18 minutes.
- Prepare Peanut Sauce: Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, maple syrup, sriracha, and water.
- Make Turmeric Cream: Simmer coconut milk, turmeric, ginger, garlic, lime zest, and salt for 5-7 minutes.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide quinoa, arrange vegetables, tofu, and avocado. Drizzle with sauces.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with coconut flakes and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Pressing the tofu is crucial for achieving a crispy texture. Feel free to customize the vegetables to your liking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Roasting, Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: tofu, buddha bowl, quinoa, turmeric, peanut sauce, vegan, healthy, gluten-free, coconut milk