Hawaiian Lunch: Vegan Poke Bowl with Pineapple Salsa & Coconut Rice

Allergens

Soybeans (edamame), soy (soy sauce)

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup diced cucumber
• 1 cup shelled edamame, cooked and salted
• 1 cup marinated and grilled tofu, cut into cubes
• 1 cup mixed greens (spinach, kale, or arugula)
• 1 recipe Vegan Pineapple Salsa (see below)
• 6 sheets nori, optional Vegan Pineapple Salsa:
• 2 cups diced fresh pineapple
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the jasmine rice, coconut milk, and 1 1/2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sriracha to make the dressing. Set aside.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cucumber and edamame, cooking for another 2 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Grill the marinated tofu cubes until browned and slightly crispy on all sides, about 3 4 minutes per side. Set aside.
5. To assemble the bowls, spoon the coconut rice into each of the bento box compartments or onto individual plates. Top with the onion mixture, grilled tofu, mixed greens, and a generous scoop of Vegan Pineapple Salsa. If using nori sheets, place one sheet over each bowl to create a "lid."
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your culinary trip to Hawaii!

Chef’s Insight

To elevate the dish, garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro

Notes

This recipe can be made gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce and ensuring all ingredients are certified gluten-free