Cumin Seed Tofu, Garlic Greens, Sweet-Tart Beets

In between our béchamels and buttercreams, we like to work in what we think of as 'clean' meals. Case in point: nothing does a body better than a simple combo of tofu, veggies, and rice after a gluttonous weekend spree. Here we slice 3/4" tofu cutlets and let them get a crispy tan under the broiler with a brush of olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and cumin seed. Next, pea greens get a lite sauté with fresh garlic. We round out the trio with steamed beets that are dressed in rice vinegar and mirin. I feel healthier just looking at it. Num!