Tofu Breakfast Bowl with Avocado and Kale (Printer View)

Golden spiced tofu with sautéed kale, creamy avocado, and zesty lemon in a protein-packed morning bowl.

# Components:

→ Tofu

01 - 7 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
02 - 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
03 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Vegetables

07 - 2 cups kale, stems removed and chopped
08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
09 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced
10 - 1 small lemon, cut into wedges

→ Optional Additions

11 - 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
12 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds

# Method:

01 - Pat the tofu dry with paper towels, then cut into bite-sized cubes.
02 - In a bowl, toss the tofu cubes with turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and slightly crispy on all sides.
04 - Push the tofu to one side of the skillet and add the chopped kale. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring, until wilted but still bright green.
05 - Stir in the green onions and cook for 1 minute more, then remove skillet from heat.
06 - Divide the tofu and kale mixture between two bowls.
07 - Top each bowl with avocado slices and a sprinkle of nutritional yeast and pumpkin seeds, if using.
08 - Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than waiting in line for a smoothie, and keeps you full until lunch without feeling weighed down.
  • The golden turmeric tofu looks so cheerful in the bowl that even groggy mornings feel a little brighter.
02 -
  • If you skip pressing the tofu, it will release water into the pan and steam instead of crisping up, which makes the texture soft and bland.
  • Don't walk away while the tofu is browning, it goes from golden to burnt faster than you'd think, especially on the edges.
03 -
  • Use a nonstick or well-seasoned cast iron skillet to prevent the tofu from sticking and tearing when you flip it.
  • Taste the tofu after it's cooked and adjust the salt then, it's easier to add a pinch than to fix an oversalted bowl.
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