Tofu Stir-Fry
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Ingredients:
- 3 ounces firm tofu cubed
- 1 cup broccoli
- 1/2 cup onion
- 1/2 cup yellow pepper
- 1/2 cup carrots
- 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup cooked brown rice
Directions:
- In a sauté pan, heat 3/4 tablespoon olive oil.
- Add tofu. Heat until thoroughly cooked.
- Remove tofu from the pan and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to pan.
- Add vegetables. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Re-add the tofu to pan and heat for a remaining 2 minutes, or until all ingredients are at desired cooked appearance (longer cooking time will result in softer vegetables).
- Serve stir-fry with cooked brown rice.
Yield:
1 serving
Nutrition Tip
Tofu is made from soybeans and makes a great substitute for meat. Some tofu is fortified with calcium and vitamin D, important for bone health. Firm tofu is often best for stir-fry dishes while silken or soft tofu can be a healthy protein boost for smoothies.
Source: Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center
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