My Lunch Packing Ritual
Packing lunch is a form of self-care for me and an investment that pays major dividends. Today, I share a peek into my weekly meal prep ritual with you. I hope it inspires you to pack your lunch as well!
- Catherine
The Recipe
INGREDIENTS
For Bowls:
- Soba noodles
- 4 vegetables of your choice - I picked whatever was in my fridge: snap peas, radishes, purple cabbage
- 1 pack firm tofu
For Tofu Marinade:
- 454 g extra firm tofu
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 ½ tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 ½ tsp liquid smoke
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 large clove of garlic - crushed
For Sesame Dressing:
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons tamari, more for serving
- ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- ½ teaspoon maple syrup or honey
STEPS
- Boil soba noodles
- Cut up tofu in small cubes and marinade in Smoky Tofu Marinade (see below)
- Blanch snap peas, slice radishes, shred cabbage and carrots
- Make sesame dressing
- Divide amongst containers - I made enough for 3 lunches and 1 dinner