Tofu and Soy Sauce Pasta Umami Tofu Pasta with Garlic-Soy Glaze and Crisp Veggies Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti or noodles of choice 1 tbsp sesame oil (or neutral oil) 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 carrot, julienned 3 green onions, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp grated ginger 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1 tbsp rice vinegar 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey 1 tsp chili flakes or sriracha (optional) Toasted sesame seeds and cilantro for garnish Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. Heat sesame oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook until golden and crispy on all sides, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, sauté garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and carrot for 2–3 minutes until just tender. Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and chili flakes. Simmer for 1–2 minutes. Add cooked pasta and tofu back to the pan. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through. Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro. Serve warm. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 470 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #tofupasta #veganpasta #soyglazedtofu #asiantwistpasta #tofuandnoodles #meatlessmeal #easyveganrecipes #plantbasedpasta #umamibowl #dinnerunder30 #weeknightvegan #tofulovers #vegancomfortfood #soygarlicsauce #asianfusion #healthyveganpasta #quickplantbasedmeal #garlicgingerpasta #onepanvegan #tofuandveggies Savory, satisfying, and full of umami This Tofu and Soy Sauce Pasta is your new plant-based favorite!

Poke and Quinoa Salad Hawaiian Ahi Poke Bowl with Quinoa & Sesame Soy Dressing Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 2 cups water 1/2 lb sushi-grade ahi tuna, diced 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon rice vinegar 1/2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup 1/2 avocado, diced 1/2 cucumber, sliced thin 1/4 cup shredded carrots 2 radishes, sliced thin 2 tablespoons chopped green onion 1 teaspoon sesame seeds Optional toppings: pickled ginger, seaweed salad, sriracha mayo, microgreens Directions: In a saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and honey. Add diced tuna and gently toss to coat. Marinate in the fridge for 10–15 minutes. To assemble, divide quinoa between bowls. Top with marinated tuna, avocado, cucumber, carrots, radishes, and green onion. Drizzle with any extra marinade and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Add optional toppings if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 470 kcal | Servings: 2 servings #pokebowl #quinoasalad #sushigradeahi #healthybowls #hawaiianfood #glutenfreelunch #asianfusion #tunalovers #powerbowl #wholefoods #omega3boost #mealprepideas #lunchinspo #cleaneating #lightandfresh #pescatarian #lowcarbmeals #healthybalance #pokerecipe #nutrientdense Light, fresh, and packed with protein—this Poke and Quinoa Salad is your new favorite lunch bowl. Perfectly marinated ahi and all the colorful toppings!

Peanut-Coconut Yogurt Dip Creamy Peanut-Coconut Yogurt Dip with Lime and Chili Ingredients: 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free) 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons coconut milk 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 teaspoon soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free) 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes or Sriracha (optional) Salt to taste Chopped peanuts and cilantro (for garnish, optional) Directions: In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, peanut butter, and coconut milk. Whisk until smooth. Add lime juice, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and chili flakes. Stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt if needed. Garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro if desired. Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving. Serve as a dip for veggies, spring rolls, grilled meats, or as a spread in wraps. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 140 kcal (per 2 tbsp) | Servings: 6 servings #peanutdip #coconutyogurt #yogurtdip #healthydip #asianflavors #appetizersauce #dairyfreedip #greekyogurtrecipes #springrolldip #plantbaseddip #easyappetizer #homemadesauces #peanutbutterdip #coconutfusion #gingerlime #dippingsauceideas #savoryyogurt #nuttydip #wrapspread #veggiedip This Peanut-Coconut Yogurt Dip is the creamy, tangy, nutty perfection you didn’t know you needed! Perfect with veggies, wraps, or satay

Sour Cream-Sriracha Sauce Creamy Sour Cream-Sriracha Drizzle with Tangy Heat and a Velvety Finish Ingredients: 1 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (adjust to heat preference) 1 tablespoon lime juice 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Optional: chopped chives or cilantro for garnish Directions: In a medium bowl, combine sour cream and Sriracha sauce. Mix until fully blended and smooth. Add lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust Sriracha or lime juice as needed. Chill for 20–30 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve as a dip, drizzle, or spread. Garnish with chopped herbs if desired. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Chill Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 70 kcal (per 2 tbsp) | Servings: 8 servings #sourcreamsriracha #spicysauce #dipsanddrizzles #srirachalove #easycondiments #homemadesauces #spicycreamsauce #tangydip #srirachasourcream #velvysauce #quickdip #creamyheat #spicyspread #srirachadip #zestytoppings #savorysauce #chilldip #flavorenhancer #condimentlove #heatmeetscream Creamy, spicy, and tangy — this Sour Cream-Sriracha Sauce is the only dip you’ll ever need!

Vietnamese Chicken and Rice Noodle Soup Fragrant Vietnamese Pho Ga with Tender Chicken and Rice Noodles Ingredients: 1 whole chicken (about 3–4 lbs) 12 cups water 1 large onion, halved 1 (3-inch) piece of ginger, halved lengthwise 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon sugar 8 oz dried flat rice noodles (banh pho) 2 green onions, thinly sliced 1/2 cup cilantro leaves 1/2 cup Thai basil leaves 1 lime, cut into wedges 1 cup bean sprouts 1–2 Thai bird chilies, sliced (optional) Hoisin sauce and Sriracha (optional, for serving) Directions: Char the onion and ginger over an open flame or under the broiler until slightly blackened. In a large pot, add chicken, water, charred onion and ginger, salt, fish sauce, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Skim off any foam and cook for about 45–60 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the broth. Let it cool slightly, then shred the meat. Strain the broth and return it to the pot. Keep warm. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. To assemble: Divide the noodles among bowls. Top with shredded chicken. Ladle the hot broth over. Garnish with green onions, cilantro, Thai basil, lime wedges, bean sprouts, and chilies if desired. Serve with hoisin and Sriracha on the side. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #pho #phoga #vietnameserecipes #noodlesoup #asiansoup #vietnamesecuisine #homemadepho #chickensoup #comfortfood #healthyrecipes #glutenfree #noodlelovers #brothbasedsoup #easypho #chickennoodlepho #herbalpho #authenticvietnamese #phoathome #vietfoodlove #healingfood Warm, fragrant, and soul-soothing Vietnamese Chicken Pho is everything you crave on a cozy day. Pure comfort in every spoonful!