Cinnamon Herb Tofu Toast with Soft Brown Rice
Reflux Breakfast

Cinnamon Herb Tofu Toast with Soft Brown Rice

This mild, low-fat breakfast pairs soft cinnamon brown rice with a creamy herb tofu spread on toast to stay gentle on reflux while still providing solid protein for GLP-1 users with smaller appetites. The low-acid, low-smell ingredients and soft textures are designed to be easy to digest when gastric emptying is slowed.

Prep time 10 min
Cook time 15 min
Total time 25 min
Servings 2
Difficulty easy
Per serving 313 cal · 13g protein

Ingredients

  • 160 g firm tofu — patted dry and crumbled
  • 160 g cooked brown rice — very soft
  • 60 g whole grain bread — 2 thin slices
  • 80 ml unsweetened soy milk — plain
  • 2 g ground cinnamon — ground
  • 1 g dried mixed italian herbs — crushed
  • 5 ml extra virgin olive oil — for drizzling optional
  • 1 pinch fine sea salt — to taste optional

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the cooked brown rice, 50 ml of the soy milk, and 1.5 g of the ground cinnamon. Warm over low heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring often, until the rice is very soft and creamy; add a splash more soy milk if needed to keep it loose and gentle.
  2. While the rice warms, place the crumbled tofu in a bowl and mash with a fork until smooth and spreadable, then stir in the remaining 30 ml soy milk, dried italian herbs, and a pinch of salt if using, until you have a soft, mild tofu cream.
  3. Lightly toast the whole grain bread just until warmed and slightly crisp at the edges, avoiding dark browning to keep it easier to digest.
  4. Spread the herb tofu mixture evenly over the warm toast slices; drizzle each lightly with a few drops of olive oil if using for extra richness without heaviness.
  5. Divide the creamy cinnamon brown rice between two small bowls and serve each portion alongside a slice of the herb tofu toast, eating slowly and in small bites.

Tips for GLP-1 users

If reflux is active, keep the toast only lightly toasted and eat the cinnamon rice first; the soft, warm texture can help buffer stomach acid before you add in more solid food.

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