Tofu Pad Thai with Rice Noodles and Zucchini
Golden tofu and tender rice noodles are tossed with soft zucchini, green onions and fresh herbs for a bright, savoury noodle bowl.
Fits Celiac, Pregnancy, Toddlers and 8 more diets
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Ingredients
- 8 oz gluten-free rice noodles
- 14 oz firm tofu, drained and cut into small cubes
- 2 cups zucchini, cut into thin matchsticks
- 3 green onions, green parts sliced
- 1 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 2 tbsp gluten-free tamari
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Method
- Soak noodles in hot water until pliable, then drain.10 min timer
- Brown tofu in garlic-infused olive oil until golden on several sides.6 min timer
- Set aside the kids' tofu and noodles; finish cooking both in the pan.Kids’ plate comes out here
- Add noodles, zucchini, tamari and green onions; toss until zucchini softens.3 min timer
- Finish with lime zest and cilantro, then serve warm.
Kids’ plate: Tofu Noodle Bowls
On the plate: Rice noodles with plain golden tofu pieces; zucchini and green onions left out.
Make it a game: The noodles make winding paths around the tofu squares. Choose a path for each tofu piece as you eat.
Set it aside at step 3, before the grown-ups’ sauce or spice goes on.
Why it works
- Gluten-free: Gluten-free rice noodles and tamari keep wheat, barley and rye out.
- Kid (4–12): Mild tofu and short, soft rice noodles make a familiar noodle bowl.
- Toddler (1–3): Soft tofu, tender zucchini and short rice noodles are served in small pieces.
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