High Protein Vegan Meal Prep to Save Time & Eat Better
Recipe Overview
Overview
In this recipe, the focus is on creating high-protein vegan meals that are both nutritious and easy to prepare. The combination of tofu and tempeh serves as a fantastic protein source, while the addition of grains like rice ensures a balanced meal. The use of a rice cooker not only simplifies the cooking process but also guarantees perfectly cooked rice every time.
The meal prep includes steaming vegetables such as broccoli or green beans, which not only add color but also essential nutrients. These vegetables hold up well in the fridge, making them ideal for meal prep. The tofu and tempeh are cooked until golden brown, and a flavorful sauce is added to enhance the dish.
For those looking for variety, the recipe also suggests using soy curls, which can be seasoned in various ways to suit your taste. This flexibility allows you to customize your meals while keeping them healthy and satisfying. Overall, this meal prep is a great way to ensure you have nutritious meals ready to go, helping you stay on track with your health goals.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Drain extra firm tofu and press it using a tofu press.
Start cooking white rice in a rice cooker.
Tip: Steam tempeh to remove bitterness.
Cut pressed tofu into cubes and add it to a pan with tempeh.
Drizzle avocado oil into the pan to help brown the tofu and tempeh.
Cook on medium heat, tossing occasionally until golden brown.
Reduce heat to low and add your favorite sauce to the pan.
Steam broccoli or green beans as a side.
Tip: Choose vegetables that hold up well to cooking and reheating.
Portion out the cooked tofu, tempeh, rice, and vegetables into meal prep containers.
Tip: Invest in sturdy meal prep containers for better durability.
Tip: Using pre-made ingredients can save time and still be healthier than takeout.
Heat water with oil or vegan butter, add seasoning packet, and rice to steam.
Toss peeled and cubed butternut squash and quartered Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast at 400°F.
Brown impossible sausage in a skillet.
Divide pilaf and roasted vegetables into meal prep containers.
Tip: Soy curls are a versatile and affordable protein option.
Sauté diced onion and minced garlic in oil, then add rice.
Stir in tomato paste until rice is coated.
Pour in water or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
Add drained and rinsed beans to the rice halfway through cooking.
Let rice sit after cooking, then fluff with a fork.
Soak soy curls in boiling water for 10 minutes, then drain.
Sear rehydrated soy curls in a hot cast iron skillet with oil.
Stir-fry peppers and onions in the skillet.
Divide red rice, beans, soy curls, and veggies into meal prep containers.
Tip: Weigh out the entire batch of soy curls to calculate serving sizes easily.
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Tofu and tempeh are both excellent sources of plant-based protein.
- •Steaming tempeh can help reduce its natural bitterness.
- •Using a rice cooker simplifies the process of cooking rice.
- •Broccoli holds up well to reheating, making it a great choice for meal prep.
- •Soy curls are a versatile meat substitute that can be seasoned to taste.
