Balsamic-glazed Crispy Tofu with Quinoa, Cucumber & Spinach
Balsamic-glazed Crispy Tofu with Quinoa, Cucumber & Spinach brings Italian flavour to a plate that delivers 37g of protein for 516 kcal. A reliable weeknight dinner that reheats beautifully for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 180g tofu
- 120g quinoa
- 80g cucumber
- 80g spinach
- 15g balsamic vinegar
- 5g honey
- 3g garlic
- 5g olive oil
- 20g rocket
Method
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Prep everything first: wash and trim the cucumber and spinach, then measure out the sauce ingredients.
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Rinse the quinoa and simmer in 2 parts water for 15 minutes until the tails appear, then fluff.
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Press the tofu for 10 minutes, cut into cubes and air-fry or pan-fry until golden and crisp on all sides (about 12 minutes).
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Simmer the balsamic vinegar with honey and garlic for 2-3 minutes until syrupy. Drizzle over the protein and veg.
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Meanwhile, steam or stir-fry the cucumber and spinach for 3-5 minutes until just tender with a little bite.
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Build the plate: quinoa first, then the veg and crispy tofu, spooning over any remaining sauce. Finish with the rocket.
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