Vegan Tofu Teriyaki Bento Box – Cute Lunch Idea
A colorful vegan bento box featuring golden tofu glazed in a savory teriyaki sauce, served with steamed rice and crisp veggies for a quick, balanced lunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 15 minutes 1x
Ingredients
1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed
1 tbsp oil (for frying)
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
1 cup steamed broccoli
½ cup edamame, blanched
½ cup sliced cucumber or cabbage slaw
Sesame seeds, scallions, optional nori or fruit
Instructions
1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed
1 tbsp oil (for frying)
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
1 cup steamed broccoli
½ cup edamame, blanched
½ cup sliced cucumber or cabbage slaw
Sesame seeds, scallions, optional nori or fruit
Notes
Use tamari for gluten-free. Swap rice with quinoa or riced cauliflower. Adjust sauce sweetness to taste.