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Homemade Plant-Based Jasmine Rice Bowl with Roasted Sweet Potato, Za’atar Tofu, Cilantro-Mint Yogurt and Pomegranate Arils | Vitacost.com/Blog
Roasted Sweet Potato & Za’atar Tofu Rice Bowl with Cilantro-Mint Yogurt
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
 
Servings: 4
Calories: 564 kcal
Ingredients
Roasted sweet potatoes
Za’atar tofu
Cilantro-mint yogurt
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves loosely packed
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves loosely packed
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
  • ¾ cup unsweetened plain non-dairy yogurt
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. ground coriander
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Rice
Instructions
Roasted sweet potatoes
  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat. Arrange diced potatoes on baking sheet and toss with olive oil and salt to coat. Roast for 30 minutes, stirring halfway, or until tender and golden at the edges.
Za’atar tofu
  1. In medium nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add tofu, za’atar seasoning and salt. Stir to coat. Cook for 8-9 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until crisp and golden on most sides.
Cilantro-mint yogurt
  1. In food processor fitted with an “S” blade, add cilantro, mint, garlic and lime juice. Process until finely chopped.
  2. Use rubber spatula to spoon yogurt into small bowl. Add herb mixture, salt, coriander and black pepper and gently stir until completely combined. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Assembly
  1. Fill four individual serving bowls with approximately ¾ cup cooked rice. Divide roasted sweet potatoes and tofu evenly among the bowls.
  2. Drizzle each bowl with cilantro mint yogurt, and sprinkle pomegranate arils and sesame seeds evenly on top. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if desired. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts
Roasted Sweet Potato & Za’atar Tofu Rice Bowl with Cilantro-Mint Yogurt
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 564 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 12g
Sodium 1010mg42%
Potassium 945mg27%
Carbohydrates 82g27%
Fiber 9g36%
Sugar 13g14%
Protein 16g32%
Vitamin A 24846IU497%
Vitamin C 20mg24%
Calcium 235mg24%
Iron 5mg28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.