Low Carb Mediterranean Tofu and Sweet Potato Bowl

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  • prep time

    prep time

    15 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    25 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    40 min

Low Carb Mediterranean Tofu and Sweet Potato Bowl

This fantastic low-carb Mediterranean bowl is bursting with traditional Mediterranean flavors you will love. This colorful dish is an excellent lunch or dinner you can serve immediately or prepare ahead and refrigerate until ready to serve. It takes about 40 minutes to prepare everything, but it's totally worth it! This fantastic recipe is loaded with nutrient-dense foods; it's healthy and filling – a perfect meal for the entire family. The recipe yields 4 servings, but you can adjust the amount according to your needs. This delicious low-carb Mediterranean bowl is served with basic tahini dressing, but you can easily replace it with your favorite low-carb salad dressing or simply drizzle everything with some extra virgin olive oil. Enjoy!

How do you store the leftovers?

This healthy Mediterranean bowl is perfect for your low-carb meal prep. Store the leftovers in air-tight containers and refrigerate for a few days. To keep the ingredients fresh, you have to pack the prepared dressing in a separate container.

How do you customize this recipe?

Absolutely! You can easily customize this recipe according to your preferences. You can substitute the sweet potato and broccoli with your favorite low-carb veggies or add your favorite salad greens. You can use some other fresh or dried herbs for a different flavor of tofu and roasted veggies, or coat everything with some hot sauce. You can also use your favorite low-carb salad dressing. The options are truly endless here.

How to make this recipe vegan-friendly?

This recipe can easily be transformed into a vegan-friendly dish. Replace the feta cheese with your favorite vegan-friendly substitute, or omit the cheese altogether.

  • Net Carbs

    19 g

  • Fiber

    6.2 g

  • Total Carbs

    25.4 g

  • Protein

    10.7 g

  • Fats

    18.5 g

295 cals

Low Carb Mediterranean Tofu and Sweet Potato Bowl

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Ingredients

  • Sweet potato

    Sweet potato

    250 g

  • Broccoli

    Broccoli

    180 g

  • Red pepper

    Red pepper

    50 g

  • Tofu

    Tofu

    200 g

  • Extra virgin olive oil

    Extra virgin olive oil

    2 tbsp

  • Thyme, dried

    Thyme, dried

    0.5 tsp

  • Cayenne

    Cayenne

    1 tsp

  • Salt

    Salt

    0.5 tsp

  • Black pepper

    Black pepper

    0.25 tsp

  • Tahini

    Tahini

    3 tbsp

  • Lemon juice

    Lemon juice

    0.25 cup

  • Water

    Water

    0.33 cup

  • Spinach

    Spinach

    40 g

  • Cucumber

    Cucumber

    100 g

  • Cherry tomato

    Cherry tomato

    70 g

  • Arugula

    Arugula

    40 g

  • Greek olives

    Greek olives

    40 g

  • Feta cheese

    Feta cheese

    50 g

Recipe Steps

steps 6

40 min

  • Step 1

    Peel and cut the potato into bite-sized pieces. Cut the broccoli into smaller florets. Roughly chop the pepper. Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes. Add the potato, broccoli, pepper, and tofu to a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with thyme, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Toss to combine, making sure to coat everything with oil and seasoning.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F). Line a large baking tray with parchment paper. Arrange the tofu and vegetables in a single layer over the prepared baking tray. Bake for 25 minutes or until the potatoes are fully cooked through.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Meanwhile, prepare the dressing. Add the tahini, lemon juice, and water to a bowl. Mix well to combine. Optionally, season with some salt. Set it aside.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Roughly chop the spinach and arugula. Slice the cucumbers. Optionally, cut the tomatoes into smaller pieces. Add the spinach, arugula, cucumber, and tomatoes to serving bowls.
    Step 4
  • Step 5

    Crumble the feta cheese. Top the fresh veggies with the tofu mixture. Add the olives and crumbled cheese.
    Step 5
  • Step 6

    Drizzle everything with the prepared dressing. Garnish with some fresh parsley and lemon or lime slices. Serve immediately.
    Step 6