Need protein?…then this bowl has got you covered! *That line takes me back to my lululemon days. Cauliflower Fried Rice with TVP (textured vegetable protein), edamame, and broccoli rabe. This easy + quick high protein meal is seasoned with some of my faves…garlic, ginger, hoisin, *gf tamari, and jalapeños – just to name a few.
Perfect for Spring, this protein packed meal will (hopefully) keep you full without weighing you down. This IS my kind of food – yum. This recipe is also a good one for meal prep and/or to storing in the fridge as a grab&go munch.





Need protein?…then this bowl has got you covered! Cauliflower FriedRice with TVP (textured vegetable protein), edamame, and broccoli rabe. This easy + quick high protein meal is seasoned with some of my faves…garlic, ginger, hoisin, *gf tamari, and jalapeños – just to name a few.
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp tamari *gluten free
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 tbsp ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp cashew butter
- 1 tsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp grapeseed oil or plant based butter
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup carrots – cut into small cubes
- 3/4 cup broccoli rabe, chopped
- 2 cups cauliflower, grated
- 1 cup texture vegetable protein (TVP) *hydrated as per package instructions
- 1/2 cup raw edamame *thawed if frozen
- 3-5 green onions, sliced
- 1 small jalapeno, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup lightly roasted cashews
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*I used mushroom broth to hydrate my TVP.
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In a small bowl add the tamari, hoisin, garlic, sesame oil, ginger, cashew butter, and maple syrup. Whisk well until combined. Set aside until ready to use.
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Heat skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the oil or butter, and bring up to temperature.
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Add the red onion, carrot, and broccoli. Toss or stir. Cook for about 3mins, or until just shy of tender.
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Next, add the cauliflower, TVP, and edamame. Toss/stir to combine. Cook for 2-3mins adjusting the temperature as needed.
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Lastly, pour in the tamari mixture and toss to coat. Cook 1-2mins and remove from heat.
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Pour the cauliflower rice into a large bowl or bowls, and top with green onions, jalapeños, cilantro, and roasted cashews. Serve warm.
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Store any leftovers in the fridge. Good for 3-5days.