Thai Tofu Larb
Vegetarian Thai larb with crumbled tofu, lime, and toasted rice. 230 calories, 18g protein, plant-based and zesty.
Thai Tofu Larb has 230 calories per serving, with 18g protein, 16g carbs, 11g fat, and 3g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 8 min.
Nutrition per serving
2 serving(s)
230
Calories
18g
Protein
36% DV
16g
Carbs
6% DV
11g
Fat
14% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 230 calories per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
8 min
Servings
2
Est. Cost
$3.50
Thai Tofu Larb
A plant-based spin on larb with crumbled tofu and mushrooms tossed in lime, chili, and herbs—230 calories and 18g protein per serving, served in lettuce cups.
Ingredients
- 7 oz firm tofu, drained and crumbled
- 1 oz shiitake mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 oz shallots, minced
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1.5 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp dried chili flakes
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 cup butter lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Toast 1 tsp raw rice in a dry pan until golden, then grind to a coarse powder.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high and crumble in the tofu and mushrooms.
- Cook 5-6 minutes, pressing out moisture, until lightly browned.
- Add shallots and scallions; cook 1 minute more.
- Remove from heat and stir in soy sauce, lime juice, and chili flakes.
- Fold in mint and sprinkle with toasted rice powder.
- Spoon into butter lettuce cups and serve.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 230 kcal |
| Protein | 18g |
| Carbs | 16g |
| Fat | 11g |
| Fiber | 3g |
Tips
- Press the tofu well so it browns instead of steaming.
- Use soy sauce instead of fish sauce to keep it fully vegan.
- The toasted rice powder adds authentic texture—worth the extra step.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout.
Equipment
skillet
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