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Sesame Tofu Buddha Bowl with Citrus Vinaigrette by Joyful Balance

Sesame Tofu Buddha Bowl

Delaney Marie
This Sesame Tofu Buddha Bowl is a veggie dream! We take a delicious air fried tofu (though it can also be made in the oven), pair it with fresh veggies and a hearty grain, and top it with an insanely flavorful citrus vinaigrette. It is bright and vibrant, and makes the perfect wholesome lunch! For a delicious and easy meal prep, store the prepped veggies, the cooked tofu, and the dressing in the fridge (keeping the dressing separate) and assemble bowls throughout the week.
*Note that From Start to Finish is an estimate that assumes 60 minutes for prep (including making your Sesame Herb Tofu, chopping your veggies, and cooking your farro in step 1 of the recipe), followed by 10 minutes of assembling the bowls.
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From Start to Finish1 hour 10 minutes
Servings4 bowls

Ingredients

Buddha Bowl:

  • ½ cup uncooked farro - (or another grain of choice)
  • 1 full recipe (16 slices) of Joyful Balance Sesame Herb Tofu
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas - rinsed and drained
  • 4 cups spring greens
  • 2 mini cucumbers - diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes - halved
  • 1 large carrot - julienned
  • 1 large avocado - sliced

Citrus Vinaigrette:

  • Orange juice and zest from half of one navel orange
  • 1.5 tablespoon tahini
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1.5 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice*

Optional toppings:

  • sesame seeds
  • cilantro

Instructions

  • Cook farro according to package directions. (You can work on step 2 while the farro cooks).
  • Add all dressing ingredients to a jar or container (with a lid) of your choice. Shake vigorously to combine until all ingredients are incorporated evenly.
  • Divide the Buddha bowl ingredients between 4 bowls. Drizzle your dressing onto each bowl and top with sesame seeds and cilantro (if using). Serve and enjoy!

Notes

*Optional lemon juice: I tested this recipe with the lemon juice and without, and honestly I couldn't pick a favorite, it was great both ways! If you want your dressing on the sweeter side then leave this out, but if you want it more sour then add it in!
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