Tofu Breakfast Bowl with Avocado (Printable View)

A vibrant morning bowl with golden spiced tofu, sautéed kale, and creamy avocado for a protein-packed start to your day.

# What You Need:

→ 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

# How To Make It:

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. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than your coffee brews, leaving you energized without the mid-morning crash.
  • The turmeric tofu gets this gorgeous golden color that makes even Monday mornings feel special.
  • You can prep the tofu the night before and just toss it in the pan while half awake.
02 -
  • Pressing the tofu is not optional, I skipped it once and ended up with rubbery, sad cubes.
  • Do not walk away while the tofu crisps, it can go from golden to burnt in seconds.
  • Add the kale after the tofu is done so it does not steam and lose its color.
03 -
  • Use a nonstick or well-seasoned cast iron skillet to prevent the tofu from sticking and tearing.
  • Toss the tofu in cornstarch before seasoning if you want an extra crispy crust.
  • Always taste and adjust the lemon at the end, it is the difference between good and unforgettable.
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