Crispy Tofu & Lentil Power Bowl
This Crispy Tofu & Lentil Power Bowl is packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and colorful veggies to keep you satisfied and energized. Featuring crispy tofu, hearty lentils, and fresh ingredients, it's a nourishing meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner when you want something wholesome, filling, and full of flavor.

Ingredients:
  • 10 ozs Tofu (extra-firm, pressed, cubed)
  • 1/16 oz Avocado Oil Spray
  • 2 tsps Tamari
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup Dry Green Lentils (rinsed)
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 1/3 cup Quinoa (dry, rinsed)
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach
  • 1 tbsp Water
  • 2 tsps Tahini
  • 1/2 tsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
Instructions:
  1. Preheat the oven to 400ºF (205ºC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Add the tofu cubes to a bowl and gently toss with the oil and tamari. Add the cornstarch and gently toss until the tofu cubes are well coated. Arrange the tofu on the prepared baking sheet. Cook in the oven for 20 minutes until crispy.
  3. Cook the lentils according to the package directions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Cook the quinoa according to the package directions. Once cooked, add the spinach and cover for two to three minutes until just wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, water, and lemon juice until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Divide the quinoa, spinach, lentils, tofu, and tomatoes evenly between bowls or plates. Drizzle with the tahini dressing. Enjoy!
2 servings

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Meet Leah Negrin

 
I am a bold, beautiful, sometimes timid, usually happy, essential oil, nutrition junkie. Although at 39 I feel as if I've had several careers over a lifetime (or at least sometimes when I look back at my resume that is what shines through). I've been a paralegal, an office manager, an administrative assistant, worked in commercial lending and have finally landed on nutrition.

My journey to nutrition started many years ago when my sister was diagnosed with celiac disease and food had to change for the family. From there, along my own health journey I’ve helped people not only figure out what to eat but how to do it so that it can work for them sustainably. For almost seven years I’ve been counseling people on their nutrition and weight loss journeys. 

Finally getting some sunshine in Southern California *Photo credit  Brittany Hassett 

I am knowledgeable about what purpose food serves your body and I focus on finding sustainable options when it comes to food; this also led to my love of essential oils. I had the opportunity to attend a workshop where a registered dietitian spoke about using essential oils in her practice to help her patients. I was floored. I knew that #plantsheal but I didn't realize that others in the 'conventional' medical community thought that as well!! Learning that it was possible to incorporate these magical little bottles gave me a huge sense of hope.


Alina, myself and Caitlin (oily bffs) *Photo credit Anne Negrin

 
As I learned more about these oils I was diagnosed with increased intestinal permeability or as many of us know it, leaky gut. Leaky gut has been around for quite awhile but many of us are just learning what this is or why this is even more common these days than ever before. Many issues can be related to leaky gut including autoimmune diseases. Receiving this diagnosis just led me down a path further to learn about nutrition and how to best serve my body and take care of myself.


Enjoying a vegan ice cream cone in Budapest! *Photo credit to Michelle Owen 

Since birthing our sweet baby boy at home earlier this year I’ve been incredibly passionate about helping other women too who are pregnant and new mothers with their nutrition. Eating healthy for your pregnant body and your postpartum self is a game changer for both mother and baby.

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