Hey there friends!
Can you take a little guess at what I’ll be showing you this fine morning? That’s right—my lunch [all wrapped up]!
As you may know, I am a vegetarian. Now what kind of vegetarian would I be if I didn’t include a tofu wrap in my 4 days of wraps? Unique? Maybe. But hey, I like my tofu.
Again, if you’re just joining us—get caught up!
Tofu was yet another food that used to intimidate me. I tackled it a while ago—and I’ve used the same preparation method each time since!
I shall call it the drain and press method.
- Open the tofu and drain the standing liquid.
- Place the block of tofu on a cutting board covered with a clean towel.
- Cover the block of tofu with another clean towel + another cutting board.
- Place something heavy on top of the tofu to add pressure. Books aren’t only for reading!
Let the tofu press for about 25 minutes. When you remove the towels the tofu is ready to be used!
While the tofu is pressing, assemble your wrap ingredients.
So you could say that I got really funky with this filling. I wasn’t sure how well these flavors would work together—but I rolled with it!
I also added 1 mini scoop of stevia for a bit more sweetness.
Combine all of your ingredients and refrigerate for at least one hour. <—this allows the tofu to soak up the sauce and take on a great flavor (hopefully)
Now it’s time to wrap it up!
Choose your sides and lunch is ready to go!
Adam took a pretty yummy lunch today too.
In the bento box:
- 1 whole wheat mini bagel with cream cheese
- 1/2 whole wheat mini bagel with peanut butter
- blueberry yogurt (mixed with a little plain Greek for extra protein) + pom arils
- garlic n’ herb pita chips + feta cheese dip
The snow just kept coming all day yesterday—so it’s a winter wonderland outside.
I’m armed with a blueberry cinnamon crumble iced coffee and ready to tackle the day! (By the way, I bought the coffee at my favorite store—Marshall’s)
Have a great one! 
<3 Stefanie
So, what are you having for lunch today?
Something to do: e-mail me your lunch pictures (or a link to your lunch post) and I’ll do a round-up at the end of the week! thenewhealthy@gmail.com
Something to read: 2011 Fitness Trend Predictions <—I sure hope to see more functional fitness classes in my area!
48 comments:
Your wrap has made me hungry! I'm eating the veggies burgers I made this past weekend for lunch today! http://thehealthyapron.com/2011/01/10/mushroom-and-bulgur-veggie-burgers/
Your lunches are so cute this week!! I love the mix you put in this wrap. Today my lunch involves some chili I made on the weekend, which I'm really looking forward to because it's SO snowy here!! Have a great day and enjoy that wrap! :)
girl, you never cease to amaze me!! your wraps have been amazing inspiration for me. thank you :)
Although your wrap looks really good.....I would have added same plain Fage yogurt and some fresh herbs....most likely some dill (or thyme)and parsley!! I think throwing in a handful of fresh walnuts would be good in it as well!!! It would add some more texture and taste great! I love the combination of tofu and apples though... GREAT idea!!!
wow...i want you to pack my lunch every day :)
Thanks for the step-by-step on how to press tofu without an actual press! I know it sounds so simple but I never knew how to do it...
I may whip out the George Foreman again today to make a wrap! Have a great day! :)
another fab day of lunches =) You can steal the one I posted last week If you want to link it up? I haven't been making to-go lunches all week b/c of the snow days so that's the only one I have to show after promising to post more. whoops!
xoXOxo
Jenn @ Peas & Crayons
That wrap sounds delicious! Can't wait to hear how it tastes. While I've delved into the world of "Chik'n" I have yet to really eat much tofu and have never prepared it at home. I had no idea it had such an interesting prep process. Lol! You've definitely peaked my interest and I'll be grabbing some on my next grocery run!
You make tofu seem less scary and appear tasty. I'm still not sure that I'm ready to go there, though...
Ahh- Marshalls! I'll have to make a trip there so I can stop salivating about that coffee.
I actually think that filling sounds really good, not weird. And I don't even really like tofu! (vegetarian sacrilege...)
Is the tofu raw? Just wondering!
LOVE tofu and love your tofu press method! Ha! I really want a tofu press thing though, those, it would be great! Lov this wrap combo and yes Marshalls rocks! I have not been there in a while!
Have a great day girl! xoxo
I have NEVER tried sweeter tofu, that's genius! Trying asap:)
Not only is the Lunchbox Challenge a great idea, but your graphics are amazing!! The font is so cute! I’m such a food virgin…I’ve never tried tofu before. Combining it with green apple is really interesting. I wish I could be that creative haha! The main part of my lunch consisted of raspberry preserves and apple butter on a whole wheat bagel thin. A lot better than I expected!
This looks awesome with the sweet apple filling! Oh my!!! I love how you use your school books to press your tofu, lol. I tack a big bowl with all my jarred beans to press mine. I need to get a tofu press one of these day!!
BTW--Munchkin is a boy too ;-)
Mmmm tofu! Tofu can either be really nasty or really amazing, it just depends on how you cook it/press it/marinate it/pair it! Haha! looks like you've got a winner!
I LOVE finding coffee at Marshalls and other foodie goodies, that coffee flavor sounds ridiculous. By ridiculous I mean orgasmic, of course.
Love,
Meg
Love the "what you'll need" pic!!
Bought tofu for the first time on Sunday!! I hope to try it sometime this week if I dont chicken out :)
I think apple is one of the best fruit in the world, add to wraps, quesadillas, stuffing,soup.
I love the flavor combinations in this wrap! When I come back, I am going to try all four wraps!
WOAH!! this is an awesome combo-I am def trying this! My Lunch yesterday was a turkey, lemon and coriander hummus and sprout sandwich on sandwich thin... with greek oygurt and pecan butter on the side! i always seem to jhave greek yogurt with my lunches.. protein punch!
That looks amazing...I usually always bake my tofu but this is something I NEED to try!! Thanks for sharing!!
Love this lunchbox challenge!!!! Love seeing what you're coming up with and how you cram everything in to its alloted slots-haha.
I'm prob going to have a protein smoothie/cereal of some sort:)
Your lunchbox challenge is so fun!! Great pictures!
All of your week's worth of wraps look really good! I've been eating mostly leftovers for lunch recently, which I never mind, but perhaps I need to go the wrap route as I could use more uncooked food in my diet for variety's sake.
I also always press my tofu, but sometimes I like to take it a step further and make tofu strips. If I want super firm tofu, I simply cut the block into strips and bake them for around 20-30 minutes in a 400 deg. oven. I like this method because sometimes even extra firm tofu is too soft and crumbly.
@thehealthyapron Yum, your veggie burgers look amazing! :)
@eatspinrunrepeat Thanks girl! It turned out pretty great! Snow + cold=a great time for chili! I need to make a big pot of veggie chili! :)
@Sam {fitnessfoodandfaith.blogspot.com} Ah, thank you!! I am so so glad I could inspire you! <--that is my goal :)
@BooDad Dad--I did add walnuts silly! And yes Fage yogurt would have been a great addition :)
@Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen haha! I could fedex you daily lunches! ;)
@Maryann You're welcome! It's intimidating--but they process is actually pretty simple! :)
Also, the George Foreman is pretty great for grilling tofu as well!!
@Jennifer Alrighty, thanks girl!! :)
@Andrea It tasted amazing! Especially with the almond butter! Haha the prep process is certainly interesting! Of course, you could always buy an actual tofu press--but hey my way works too. ;)
For your first time preparing it, you might want to grill it/bake it! I like it raw--but it's not for everyone.
@thisitalianfamily Haha thanks! I would recommend trying it baked/grilled if you make it! Eating it raw for the first time might turn you off! ;)
@Meri Yes! I hope you find it--you won't be disappointed!
@cleaneatingchelsey.com Yes, it's raw! I even like to eat it raw and plain. <--is that weird? ;)
@Katie ♥ Thanks! I wouldn't mind a tofu press either!
Marshalls + T.J. Maxx are my fav stores!! :)
@chefkatelyn Thanks girl! Sweet tofu is great! :)
@Sophia @ Raven Waves Aw, thanks!! Don't worry about not trying tofu--my first time was only last year! That sandwich sounds really good! I love apple butter!
@Laury @The FitnessDish Ah, Munchkin's a boy too?! haha
I pay 100's of dollars for those damn books--I might as well get some more use from them, right? ;)
@Meg You are right! It's all about the consistency/sauce for the tofu--in my opinion!
Marshalls is pretty much the best place EVER!! xoxo
@Carla Thank you!! :)
@fashionfitnessfoodie hehe Don't chicken out! I would recommend baking it or grilling it for your first time making it! I like it raw--but it's not for everyone! ;) Let me know how is goes!!
@Priyanka I agree! Apples are so versatile! :)
Yay for trying the wraps! Please let me know how you like them!! :)
@movesnmunchies Let me know how you like it!! :)
Coriander hummus?! That sounds amazing!! I try and add Greek yogurt at least once a day too! :)
@hungrydancer Your welcome! :) Let me know if you try it!
@LifeasKristina You're totally right about cramming stuff in the slots! haha Those huge honey crisp apples are a no-go! ;)
@hungry spinner Thanks you! I've had a ton of fun with it too!!
@Matt @ FaveDiets Leftovers for lunch are always a great option!
Yes, you're right--baking is a great way to firm up the tofu! Thanks for the tip! :)
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