Lemony Chinese Stuffed Peppers with Tofu
Lemony Chinese Stuffed Peppers with Tofu A CIF Food Is Medicine side dish inspired by Chinese flavors with emphasis on Heart Healthy, Omega-3, Lower Sodium, High Protein, Anti-Inflammatory. Designed for Food Is Medicine programming with fiber-rich plants, lean proteins, healthy fats, herbs, spices, and lower-sodium flavor building. This recipe supports practical, affordable meal planning for chronic disease prevention education and community cooking demonstrations.
Description
A CIF Food Is Medicine side dish inspired by Chinese flavors with emphasis on Heart Healthy, Omega-3, Lower Sodium, High Protein, Anti-Inflammatory.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound tofu
- 1 cup whole grain noodles
- 1 cup broccoli
- 1 cup carrots
- 1 cup bok choy
- low-sodium soy sauce
- rice vinegar
- sesame
- 1/4 cup walnuts
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1 Warm a skillet or saucepan over medium heat,
Cook aromatics and vegetables until softened,
Add protein, grains or beans, and spices,
Simmer or sauté until cooked through and serve with herbs or citrus.
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