Description
This Tofu Cheeseburger Bowl (healthy Big Mac bowl) is made with grilled tofu and accompanied by lettuce, tangy pickles, cheese, and a gorgeous dressing; this bowl proves that low-carb, plant-based eating can be both nutritious, delicious, and very easy to make!
Ingredients
FOR THE TOFU:
1 block extra firm tofu (shredded or crumbled)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder (heaped)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (heaped)
salt and pepper to taste.
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons mayonnaise (vegan or regular)
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon pickles (finely diced)
FOR THE BOWL:
4 cups shredded lettuce
1/2 cup shredded cheese, of choice
pickles (sliced)
2 tomatoes (thinly sliced)
1/2 a red onion (thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tofu: Rinse the tofu and pat off any liquid. Crumble the tofu with your fingers. Mix crumbled tofu with soy sauce, ketchup, Worcester sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Ensure the tofu is well coated.
- Bake the Tofu: Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Add the tofu to the baking tray. Spread it out to ensure even cooking. Bake at 200 'C or 400 'F for 10 - 15 minutes, flipping occasionally for even cooking. The tofu is ready when the color has changed to a dark brown. Set aside the cooked tofu.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and chopped pickles until well combined.
- Assemble the Cheeseburger Bowl: In individual serving bowls, layer shredded lettuce as the base. Top with the grilled tofu, vegan shredded cheese, sliced pickles, tomatoes, and onion.
- Drizzle with Dressing: Generously drizzle the prepared dressing over the tofu and veggies.
- Enjoy or Meal Prep: Serve immediately or divide the ingredients into meal prep containers for a quick and delicious meal throughout the week.
Notes
Seasoning Tip: Feel free to adjust the seasonings for the tofu according to your taste preferences. Add a pinch of chili powder for some heat or extra garlic for more savory notes.
Dress Just Before Serving: To keep the lettuce crisp, drizzle the dressing over the bowl just before serving. This prevents the lettuce from wilting prematurely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Salad, Snack