Crispy Tofu with Charred Corn, Avocado Salsa, and Cilantro Rice
This vibrant one-pot meal features crispy tofu cubes, sweet charred corn, zesty avocado salsa, and fluffy cilantro rice—all gluten-free and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Fresh, wholesome, and packed with flavor, you’ll have a complete meal in just 45 minutes.

- 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1.5 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 whole lime, juiced
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
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Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick pot over medium-high heat. Add cubed tofu and cook, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy on all sides, about 10 minutes.
⏱️ 10 minutes 🌡️ medium-highPush tofu to one side. Add corn to the empty side, sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt, and let it cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until lightly charred. Stir together with tofu and transfer both to a bowl.
⏱️ 4 minutes 🌡️ medium-highAdd remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and garlic to the pot. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, then add rice, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the rice.
⏱️ 1 minute 🌡️ mediumPour in water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
⏱️ 15 minutes 🌡️ lowWhile rice cooks, make salsa: In a small bowl, combine avocado, tomatoes, red onion, juice of 1 lime, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup cilantro. Gently toss and set aside.
⏱️ 3 minutesWhen rice is done, remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Stir in remaining cilantro and juice of 1 lime.
⏱️ 1 minuteReturn tofu and corn to the pot, gently mix, and serve topped with avocado salsa.
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Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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