Answer is to ask for brown rice instead of white rice.
Reason is brown rice is less refined and has more fiber to help you stay full and it has a lower GI index.
❌ he can ask for the tomatoes to be left out (tomatoes are healthy and good for you).
✅ he can ask for brown rice instead of white rice.
❌ he can ask for his tofu to be fried instead of grilled (fried is not healthier)
❌he can ask for fewer sprouts, peas, and cucumbers. (These are good for you)