BBQ Tofu Salad

INGREDIENTS

• Extra Firm Tofu (Pressed and Cubed)
• Romaine Lettuce
• Corn
• Tomatos
• Carrots
• BBQ Sauce (I use Stubb's)
• Favorite Ranch Dressing

DIRECTIONS

1. Start by preparing the tofu:

• Place block of extra-firm tofu on a plate with a few paper towels both underneath and on top of the tofu.
• Place something heavy on top of the tofu to press all of the water out (I use a big cooking pot with some water).
• Let stand for 30 minutes.
• Cut tofu into cube sizes and toss with some BBQ sauce (I do this in a big bowl to make sure every part is coated).
• You may add as much or as little BBQ sauce as you want.
• Place in a 400 degree oven for 40 minutes, flipping half way for equal cooking on all sides.

1. To build your salad, start with Romaine Lettuce as a base.
2. Top with Corn, Tomato, Carrots and BBQ Sauce.
3. Add Ranch dressing and that's it!

Vegan Quinoa Stir Fry

INGREDIENTS

Extra-firm tofu
Quinoa
Stir fry vegetables
Soy sauce
Coconut oil
Sesame Seeds

DIRECTIONS

1. Preparing tofu: Place paper towel on the top and bottom of your tofu, place a heavy object on top for about 10-15 minutes to drain out all of the water inside the tofu.
2. Cut tofu into cubes and add toss in soy sauce.
3. Place tofu on baking sheet, bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes flipping half way.
4. To a pan, add coconut oil and heat on medium/high
5. Add cooked quinoa, cooked tofu, and stir fry vegetables. Add soy sauce.
6. Finish with sesame seeds.

BENEFITS

Tofu: High in protein. Every 4 oz of tofu contains164 calories and 17 g of protein.
Quinoa: Not a grain, but a seed. The only non-animal product that is a complete protein. Per 1/2 cup of cooked quinoa contains 111 calories and 4 g of protein.
Vegetables: Provides the body with fiber
Sesame seeds: Provide the body with the essential B vitamins, contain healthy fats, and a small amount of protein.

Sources: www.livestrong.com