Tofu buddha bowl with peanut sauce

An indulgent buddha bowl: golden tofu, rice, raw vegetables and a smooth, fragrant peanut sauce. High in plant protein and full of texture, it is a complete, comforting plant-based meal.

Preparation: 20 min  |  Cooking: 15 min  |  Servings: 2  |  Difficulty: Easy

Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 354 kcal · 21 g protein · 34 g carbohydrate · 14 g fat

Ingredients

• 200 g firm tofu
• 150 g rice
• 1 carrot
• 100 g red cabbage
• 2 tbsp peanut butter
• 2 tbsp soy sauce

Method

1. Cook the rice. Brown the tofu cubes.
2. Grate the carrot and finely slice the red cabbage.
3. Make the sauce: peanut butter, soy sauce, lemon juice, water.
4. Assemble the bowl and drizzle with the peanut sauce.

Nutritional benefits

Tofu provides complete plant protein, the peanut sauce adds healthy fats and a rich smoothness, and the raw vegetables bring fibre and vitamins. This colourful bowl combines all the elements of a balanced, 100% plant-based meal, and it is particularly filling thanks to the protein and fibre.

Variations and substitutions

• With tempeh or edamame beans.
• With brown rice or noodles.
• Spicier sauce: ginger, sriracha.
• With sesame seeds and coriander.

Storage and making ahead

The components keep for 3 days when stored separately; keep the sauce apart. Ideal for meal prep.

💡 Good to know

Press the tofu for 10 minutes under a weight before cooking it: it releases its water and browns much better.

Read also

Discover more vegetarian recipes · vegan recipes · high-protein recipes · dairy-free recipes.

Foods in this recipe: tofu · rice · carrot · red cabbage · peanut.

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