Description
A vibrant and refreshing Vegetarian Pineapple Poke Bowl featuring marinated tofu, fresh pineapple, avocado, and crisp vegetables atop fluffy white rice. This easy-to-make dish combines savory, sweet, and spicy flavors perfectly for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu Marinade
- 14 ounce Firm Tofu
- 1/4 cup Sesame Oil
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoon Pineapple Juice
- 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon Chili Garlic Sauce
- Zest and juice of 1 Lime
Bowl Ingredients
- 1 cup Pineapple, diced
- 1 Avocado
- Juice of 1 Lime (for avocado)
- 1/2 cup Cucumber, sliced
- 1 Carrot, julienned or shredded
- 1/6 cup White Rice, cooked
- 1/2 Red Fresno Chili Pepper, sliced
- Fresh Chives, to taste
- Sesame Seeds, to taste (for garnish)
- Juice of 1 Lime (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Press the tofu: Cut the firm tofu into thick slabs and place them on several layers of paper towels. Cover with additional paper towels and set a heavy plate on top to press out excess moisture for about 15-20 minutes. This helps the tofu absorb the marinade better and improves its texture.
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, grated fresh ginger, sesame seeds, chili garlic sauce, and the zest and juice of one lime. Adjust the chili garlic sauce to your desired level of spiciness. This marinade provides a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors.
- Marinate the tofu: Dice the pressed tofu into half-inch cubes. Gently toss the tofu cubes with the prepared marinade until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate the tofu while you prepare the rest of the ingredients, allowing the flavors to infuse for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the avocado: Slice or dice the avocado and immediately drizzle with the juice of one lime to prevent browning and add a zesty flavor.
- Assemble the bowls: Spoon cooked white rice into 2-3 serving bowls. Evenly distribute the diced pineapple, avocado, sliced cucumber, shredded carrot, and marinated tofu over the rice.
- Garnish and serve: Drizzle any remaining marinade over the assembled bowls. Garnish with sliced red Fresno chili pepper, fresh chives, sesame seeds, and an additional squeeze of lime juice for brightness. Serve immediately for a fresh and flavorful meal.
Notes
- Pressing the tofu is key to achieving a firmer texture and better flavor absorption.
- You can substitute white rice with brown rice or quinoa for a healthier alternative.
- Adjust the chili garlic sauce amount according to your preferred spice level.
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the sesame seeds before adding them to the marinade.
- These bowls are perfect for meal prep; store tofu separately to keep the veggies fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (for cooking rice)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian Hawaiian-inspired
Keywords: vegetarian poke bowl, tofu poke bowl, pineapple poke bowl, healthy bowls, vegan poke bowl, easy vegetarian dinner, tofu marinade, fresh poke bowl
