Vegan Asian-Italian Bento Box

16th October 2025

• vegan
• bento-box
• asian-italian-fusion
• plant-based
• Isabella

Introduction

Dive into the culinary fusion of East meets West with this delightful Vegan Asian-Italian Bento Box. Packed with flavors, this bento box is composed of a vegan sushi-inspired risotto ball, a mini tofu and vegetable lasagna, and a side of ginger-miso dressed salad. It's the perfect meal for those who want to explore a blend of cultures in one compact, delicious package.

Ingredients

• For the sushi-inspired risotto balls:
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1/2 cup chopped cooked spinach
  • Nori sheets, cut into strips
• For the mini tofu and vegetable lasagna:
  • 4 lasagna sheets, pre-cooked
  • 200g firm tofu, crumbled
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup diced mixed vegetables (carrot, bell pepper, zucchini)
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• For the ginger-miso dressed salad:
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 1/4 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 tbsp miso paste
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp grated ginger

Instructions

• Sushi-Inspired Risotto Balls:
  1. Cook the arborio rice in vegetable broth until creamy and soft.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté scallions and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Mix the cooked rice with sautéed scallions, ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
  4. Stir in chopped spinach and let the mixture cool slightly.
  5. Form the rice into balls and wrap each with a strip of nori.
• Mini Tofu and Vegetable Lasagna:
  1. Layer the pre-cooked lasagna sheets with marinara sauce, crumbled tofu, and mixed vegetables.
  2. Sprinkle each layer with nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 20 minutes.
• Ginger-Miso Dressed Salad:
  1. Combine mixed greens, cucumber, and carrots in a bowl.
  2. Whisk together miso paste, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and grated ginger.
  3. Dress the salad with the ginger-miso dressing just before serving.

Enjoy this unique Vegan Asian-Italian Bento Box as a delightful lunch or a light dinner. It's designed to satisfy with a balance of creamy, tangy, and umami flavors, all while offering a nutritious, plant-based meal. Buon appetito and enjoy your culinary journey!

Isabella

Additional Information

Nutritionfacts	Calories: 540, Fat: 18g, Carbs: 72g, Protein: 22g
Preparation Time	1 hour
Allergy Information	Soy, Gluten, Sesame