Vegetable and Tofu Salad

This Vegetable and Tofu Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish, perfect for a healthy American lunch. Packed with fresh vegetables and protein-rich tofu, it's a refreshing blend of textures and flavors that will energize your day.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams, cubed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, lettuce) - 150 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Avocado - 1 medium, diced
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, marinate cubed tofu with olive oil, soy sauce, and lemon juice for 10 minutes.
2. While the tofu is marinating, prepare the salad by combining mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, carrot, and avocado in a large bowl.
3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated tofu for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown.
4. Add the cooked tofu to the salad mixture and gently toss to combine.
5. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from tofu, promoting muscle health.
• High in fiber from vegetables, aiding digestion.

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