Tofu Protein Bowl with Anti-Inflammatory Dressing

What makes this protein bowl an anti-inflammatory delight for PCOS-fighters? Each ingredient has unique health benefits that can assist to lower inflammation, balance blood sugar levels, support fertility, and stabilize mood.

Sweet Potatoes

• source of beta-carotene which can support fertility
• anti-inflammatory⁣
• high fiber⁣
• may support blood sugar regulation

Edamame Beans

• whole food source of soy which may improve symptoms and markers of PCOS like blood sugar and cholesterol
• studies show soy can protect against heart disease and breast cancer
• complete protein source⁣

Tofu

• whole food source of soy which may improve symptoms and markers of PCOS
• complete protein source
• source of B vitamins, fiber, potassium, and magnesium

Avocado

• helps lower LDL cholesterol⁣
• low glycemic index⁣
• high fiber
• source of B vitamins⁣ which combat stress

Garlic

• helps lower cholesterol⁣
• anti-inflammatory
• relaxes blood vessels⁣ for better blood flow

Hemp Seeds

• complete protein source
• balanced ratio of omega fats⁣
• contains arginine and gamma-linolenic acid which decreases heart disease risk

Ginger

• anti-inflammatory⁣
• may lower fasting blood sugar⁣

Ingredients (made 2 PROTEIN bowls for me):

• 2 sweet potatoes, chopped
• 1 cup frozen edamame, organic, non-GMO
• 1 package extra-firm Sunrise Soya Foods tofu
• 1/ 2 tbsp avocado oil or flaxseed cooking oil (with a high-smoke point)
• 1 avocado
• 1 chunk of ginger, peeled
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup tahini
• water to thin dressing

Directions:

1. Cube tofu.
2. Fry tofu in high-heat cooking oil on medium heat until every side is golden brown.
3. Meanwhile, roast chopped sweet potatoes at 425degC for 25-30 min.
4. Cook frozen edamame on the stove-top.
5. Combine all dressing ingredients using a food processor or a high-speed blender.
6. Build protein bowl and top with avocado and hemp seeds.

_{This post was sponsored by Sunrise Soya Foods. I do not receive affiliate commission from Sunrise Soya Foods.}