Rule-Breaking Tofu & Veggie Bowl
A customizable vegan bowl featuring crispy baked tofu, rainbow vegetables, and a miso-tahini dressing that changes with your preferred toppings. This asian-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 45 minutes pairs (400g), pressed and cubed firm tofu, frozen corn, medium, sliced into half-moons zucchini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 14 oz (400g), pressed and cubed firm tofu
- 1 cup, frozen corn
- 1 medium, sliced into half-moons zucchini
- 1/2 cup, diced red bell pepper
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp maple syrup
- 1/2, sliced avocado
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss tofu with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Bake tofu for 25 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Step 3: While tofu bakes, microwave corn for 3 minutes. Sauté zucchini and bell pepper in 1 tsp olive oil for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Whisk miso paste, tahini, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and 2 tbsp water until smooth for dressing.
- Step 5: Assemble bowls with corn, zucchini, and bell pepper as base. Top with crispy tofu, avocado slices, and drizzle with dressing.
- Step 6: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rule-Breaking Tofu & Veggie Bowl take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Rule-Breaking Tofu & Veggie Bowl?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep frozen corn from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rule-Breaking Tofu & Veggie Bowl?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Rule-Breaking Tofu & Veggie Bowl for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Rule-Breaking Tofu & Veggie Bowl vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better vegetarian dishes though.
