Spicy Tofu Skin Salad
Spicy Tofu Skin Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the chewy texture of tofu skin with a medley of fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, it offers a delightful balance of spice and crunch.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
150 kcal
Ingredients
- Dried tofu skin - 50 grams
- Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
- Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
- Red bell pepper - 1/2, julienned
- Spring onions - 2, chopped
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Chili oil - 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- Soak the dried tofu skin in warm water for about 15 minutes until softened, then drain and cut into strips.
- In a large bowl, combine the julienned cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, chopped spring onions, and minced garlic.
- Add the softened tofu skin to the bowl with the vegetables.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the chili oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 8 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein and low in cholesterol due to tofu skin.
- Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
Tags
ChineseHalalSide Dish