Add Some Teriyaki Flavor to Your Tofu Bowl

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Just about any meal is made better when it’s in a bowl form, and you can’t go wrong with this teriyaki tofu bowl. It is filled with rice and veggies, and is a really balanced meal for both vegetarians and vegans. Grilling the vegetables and tofu really brings out the flavor and gives it something extra. Play around with this recipe and add whatever vegetables you want.

Ingredients:

  • 1 (16 ounce) package extra firm tofu, drained and pressed
  • ⅔ cup teriyaki sauce, divided
  • 1 large red bell pepper
  • 2 small zucchini
  • 1 large onion
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups hot cooked rice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions:

  1. Slice the tofu into 4 thick slices and marinate in 1/3 cup of teriyaki sauce while you prepare the vegetables.
  2. Cut the vegetables and place them on a large platter. Brush with olive oil and season vegetables with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill them in the oven for about 20 minutes making sure to turn them over and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  4. Remove tofu from the marinade and grill on each side for 4/5 minutes.
  5. Divide the hot rice between 4 bowls. Top with grilled vegetables and tofu. Drizzle with remaining 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.