Harissa Tofu with Couscous Meal Prep
Spice up your meal prep with this Harissa Tofu and Couscous recipe. Crispy tofu, bold harissa glaze, and tangy lemon dressing make every bite irresistible.
Ingredients
Tofu
- 1 block extra firm tofu, drained and pressed
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Harissa Tofu Glaze
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp agave sub honey or maple syrup
Salad
- ¾ cup dry whole wheat instant couscous
- 4 handfuls arugula
Lemon Dressing
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup honey or agave
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Harissa Tofu
- Start by tearing the tofu into bite-sized peices.
- Add the tofu into a large bowl with soy sauce, cornstarch, smoked paprika and 1 tbsp of harissa. Stir or toss gently to combine.
- Cook the tofu with a little oil in a non-stick pan on medium heat. Cook for about 8-10 mins or until golden and crispy on all sides.
Dressing
- Prepare the dressing by mixing together olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup, dijon salt and pepper. I like to blend it for a super creamy consistency.
Couscous
- Prepare the couscous according to the package instructions. For mine it was add 1 part boiling water to 1 part couscous in a pot and cover it with the lid. (¾ cups boiling water ¾ cups couscous. Stir and let stand for 5 mins.)
Glaze
- Prepare the glaze by mixing together the harissa, agave, tomato paste, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
- Add the glaze into the pan once the tofu is cooked and crispy and cook on medium heat for another 1-2 mins or until the sauce has fully coated and crisped up the outsides of the tofu.
Assembly
- Divide the ingredients equally between the 4 mason jars starting with the cooked couscous, harissa tofu, then top with arugula.
- Add the dressing when you are ready to serve. Toss up the salad in a bowl and enjoy!
Notes
Note: Nutritional information is approximate values and can vary significantly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used. Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered professional nutritional advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 245g | Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 3.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16.5g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 3mg
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