High-Protein Vegan Tofu Meal Prep by Sepps

Ingredients

• 480g firm tofu, sliced into 3-4 cutlets
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 2 mixed peppers, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, grated (2 for veggies, 1 for tofu dressing)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for veggies)
• 1/2 tsp salt (for veggies)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper (for veggies)
• 1 tsp dried oregano (for veggies)
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for tofu dressing)
• Juice of 1/2 lemon (for tofu dressing)
• 1/4 tsp salt (for tofu dressing)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper (for tofu dressing)
• 250g (1.25 cup) wholegrain couscous, uncooked
• 200g butter beans, drained and rinsed
• 100ml olive oil (for basil oil)
• 100g fresh basil (for basil oil)
• Juice of 1/2 lemon (for basil oil)
• 1/4 tsp salt (for basil oil)

Instructions

1. Prepare tofu and vegetables: Slice the 480g block of firm tofu into 3-4 cutlets. Slice the courgette and two mixed peppers. In a large bowl, combine the sliced courgette and peppers with 2 grated cloves garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp dried oregano; toss to coat evenly
2. Season tofu: In a separate small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 grated clove garlic, juice of 1/2 lemon, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Coat the tofu cutlets evenly with this dressing
3. Air fry: Place the seasoned tofu cutlets and dressed vegetables in your air fryer basket or container. Cook at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tofu is golden and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Prepare couscous and basil oil: While the tofu and vegetables cook, prepare the 250g wholegrain couscous according to package directions (typically by soaking in an equal amount of hot water for 5-7 minutes). In a blender or food processor, combine 100ml olive oil, 100g fresh basil, juice of 1/2 lemon, and 1/4 tsp salt; blend until smooth to make the basil oil.
5. Combine and serve: Once cooked, transfer the roasted vegetables to a large bowl. Add the prepared couscous and 200g drained and rinsed butter beans. Toss gently to combine. Serve the vegetable and couscous mixture alongside the air-fried tofu cutlets, drizzled generously with the fresh basil oil