Calcium rich whole foods: Lunch Salad
Lunch salad
This High-Calcium Tofu & Green Veggie Stir-Fry is a plant-based powerhouse, delivering a staggering 580 mg of calcium in one vibrant, satisfying bowl. This recipe centers on golden, pan-seared slices of calcium-set tofu paired with a crisp medley of broccoli and green beans.
Ingredients
- 227 grams firm calcium-set tofu, pressed and cut into slices
- 2 cups green beans ends trimmed
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3-4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Pan-fry the tofu slices until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the green beans and a splash of water. Cover and steam for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add the broccoli and garlic to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and the garlic is fragrant.
- Return the tofu to the skillet. Add the sesame oil. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.
