Best 5 Tofu Rice And Vegetable Casserole Recipes

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Tofu rice and vegetable casserole is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is also easy to make. This casserole is a great way to use up leftover tofu and rice, and it is also a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables. There are many different ways to make tofu rice and vegetable casserole, so you can find a recipe that suits your taste. Some popular ingredients include tofu, rice, vegetables, cheese, and seasonings. The casserole can be baked in the oven or cooked in a slow cooker.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGETABLE CASSEROLE WITH TOFU TOPPING



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Provided by Ian Knauer

Categories     Onion     Side     Bake     Sauté     Vegetarian     Casserole/Gratin     Tofu     Kale     Carrot     Winter     Cabbage     Gourmet     Pennsylvania     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield Makes 6 to 8 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

For vegetables
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced lengthwise
1 lb cabbage, cored and cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices (4 cups)
1 lb kale, stems and center ribs removed and leaves coarsely chopped (12 cups)
1/2 lb carrots, cut into 1/4-inch-thick matchsticks
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
For topping
1 1/2 cups fine fresh or dried bread crumbs, preferably whole wheat
7 oz firm tofu
1 oz finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (1/2 cup)
1/3 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons dried basil, crumbled
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, crumbled
1 teaspoon paprika
1 garlic clove, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Sauté vegetables:
  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Heat oil in a deep 12- to 14-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté onion, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to moderate and add cabbage, kale, carrots, water, soy sauce, and salt. (Skillet will be full, but volume will reduce as vegetables steam.) Cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are just tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a 13- by 9-inch glass baking dish.
  • Make topping:
  • Pulse all topping ingredients together in a food processor until combined well. Alternatively, mash ingredients together in a large bowl with a potato masher. Sprinkle tofu mixture over vegetables in baking dish and bake, uncovered, until topping is golden brown and vegetables are heated through, 15 to 20 minutes.

TOFU, RICE AND VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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This is a good way to introduce tofu to the faint of heart. It's pretty much undetectable, but it's in there, being all nutritious and stuff. This is an original recipe.

Provided by Lifla

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
2 tablespoons vegan margarine
1 medium onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder (to taste)
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach
1 lb frozen tofu
1 cup frozen corn
hot water
Braggs liquid aminos (optional)
tamari (optional)
salt (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, brown the rice, stirring constantly; pour it into a greased or pan-sprayed 1-1/2-quart or larger oven-safe casserole.
  • In the same saucepan, melt the margarine and add the onion and curry powder. Note that you might want to add a bit of tamari, Bragg's Liquid Aminos, or salt if you're using curry powder that does not contain salt.
  • Cook until the onion's almost transparent, about 5 minutes, and then add the spinach, tofu, and corn; cook until all are thawed, breaking up the tofu with a spoon.
  • When through, drain, pressing the liquid out of the vegetable/tofu mixture (or you can just squish it through your fingers, in which case, of course, cool it slightly beforehand).
  • Reserve this liquid and add enough hot water to it to make 2 cups. In a separate container, heat this liquid to boiling.
  • Stir the boiling liquid back into the vegetable/tofu mixture and bring it all to a boil.
  • Remove it from the heat and stir it into the rice that's in the casserole dish.
  • Cover and bake it at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 786.8, Fat 35.8, SaturatedFat 5.3, Sodium 64.1, Carbohydrate 68.4, Fiber 12.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 62.2

VEGETABLE RICE CASSEROLE



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"This is my family's favorite side dish any tome of year. It's especially good when fresh produce is in season," says Marcia Nelson from Ponca City, Oklahoma. Brown sugar adds a hint of sweetness to the rice and layered vegetables in this colorful casserole.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup uncooked rice
1 pound zucchini, sliced
1 pound yellow summer squash, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil, divided
1 medium green pepper, julienned
4 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
2 large tomatoes, sliced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Spread the rice into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with zucchini, yellow squash, onion and half of the basil; top with green pepper, celery and tomatoes. Combine the brown sugar, salt and pepper; sprinkle over vegetables. Drizzle with oil. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour or until tender. Sprinkle with remaining basil.

Nutrition Facts :

RICE AND VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Rice and Vegetable Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by April J.

Categories     Rice

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 ounce) bag frozen seasoned mixed vegetables
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can garbanzo beans
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can corn
3 cups Spanish rice
shredded cheese

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to the instructions on the box.
  • Combine mushroom soup, vegetables, and rice in a 13 x 9 casserole dish.
  • Cover mixture with shredded cheese until it is entirely covered.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.9, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 626, Carbohydrate 42.2, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 4.2, Protein 8

SALT AND PEPPER TOFU



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The joy of Chinese salt and pepper tofu is the contrasting crispy-on-the-outside, pillowy-on-the-inside textures. There is no need to press the tofu - a quick pat down with a kitchen towel is all that's needed - as the moisture actually helps to keep the interior soft and tender. While potato or tapioca starch is often used for a light batter, nothing beats the accessibility and affordability of cornstarch to produce an enviable crunch. There are many versions of salt and pepper seasoning in Chinese cuisine - some contain Sichuan peppercorns or fennel seeds - but in this recipe, a spicy-sweet combination of white pepper, sugar, ground ginger and five-spice powder shines (See Tip).

Provided by Hetty McKinnon

Categories     dinner, weeknight, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 (14-ounce) package firm tofu, drained
1/2 cup cornstarch
Neutral oil such as canola or grapeseed
2 scallions, trimmed and finely sliced
1 long red pepper (such as Fresno) or long green pepper (such as jalapeño or serrano), thinly sliced
Cooked rice, to serve

Steps:

  • To make the seasoning, combine the salt, sugar, white pepper, five-spice powder and ground ginger in a small bowl, and stir to combine. Set aside.
  • Place the drained tofu onto a clean kitchen towel and pat dry. Cut the tofu into ¾-inch cubes.
  • Scatter ¼ cup of the cornstarch onto a large plate or sheet pan. Carefully place the tofu cubes onto the cornstarch, then scatter the remaining cornstarch on top of the tofu. Using clean hands, gently dab each side of the tofu into the cornstarch until it is coated on all sides.
  • Line a large plate with a paper towel or a clean kitchen towel.
  • Heat a large (12-inch) nonstick or well seasoned cast-iron skillet on medium-high. Add 3 tablespoons of neutral oil and heat until the oil shimmers. Making sure the tofu pieces are not touching each other (you may need to work in batches), add the coated tofu to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until the tofu is golden and crispy. Remove and place on the paper or kitchen towel to absorb excess oil. Continue with remaining tofu, adding more oil as needed.
  • The empty skillet should still have a small amount of oil, but if it doesn't, add 1 tablespoon more of oil. With the skillet over medium heat, add the scallions and pepper and stir-fry for 30 to 60 seconds until softened and fragrant. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on the same paper or kitchen towel.
  • Transfer the tofu to a plate and sprinkle with about half of the salt and pepper seasoning. Top with scallions and pepper. Serve with rice and the remaining salt and pepper seasoning.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked rice or frozen vegetables.
  • Add a protein of your choice, such as chicken, beef, or shrimp.
  • For a vegetarian option, add more vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, or mushrooms.
  • Top the casserole with shredded cheese or a breadcrumb topping before baking.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of salad or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Tofu rice and vegetable casserole is a versatile and delicious dish that can be easily customized to your liking. It's a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables, and it's also a healthy and affordable meal. Whether you're a vegetarian or a meat-eater, there's a tofu rice and vegetable casserole recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these recipes a try.

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