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Balsamic Tofu Rice Bake

Balsamic Tofu Rice Bake: A Savory Mediterranean Delight

This Balsamic Tofu Rice Bake is a vegetarian dish that combines balsamic-marinated tofu, colorful veggies, and rice for a delicious meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 1 block Extra Firm Tofu pressed and cubed
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar for marinating
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice substitute with lime juice if necessary
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth for cooking rice
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice can substitute with quinoa
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Zucchini sliced
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium Shallot chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt to taste
For Finishing Touches
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese crumbled, omit for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley for garnish
  • 1 unit Lemon Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Press the extra firm tofu for at least 10 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cut into ½-inch cubes.
  2. Whisk together balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, basil, parsley, black pepper, and salt. Add cubed tofu and let marinate for 15 minutes to 24 hours.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Slice the zucchini, halve the grape tomatoes, chop the shallot, and mince the garlic.
  5. In an oven-safe skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add zucchini, tomatoes, shallot, and tofu. Sauté for about 8 minutes until golden and slightly tender. Add minced garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Deglaze the skillet with the reserved marinade, then add vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the rinsed rice.
  7. Cover tightly and bake for 25 minutes. Check the rice for doneness and cover again if needed, checking every few minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with crumbled feta and add lemon slices. Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 14gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the tofu overnight for best flavor. Use a tight-fitting lid for baking to retain moisture.

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