Vegan Chinese Chicken Salad

This Vegan Chinese Chicken Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish featuring marinated tofu that mimics the traditional flavors of Chinese chicken salad. Packed with crunchy vegetables and a zesty sesame dressing, it's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Mixed salad greens - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Cucumber - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - a handful, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted

Steps

1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture for about 10 minutes, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create a marinade.
3. Add the tofu cubes to the marinade and let them sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
4. While the tofu is marinating, prepare the salad by combining the mixed salad greens, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, sliced cucumber, chopped green onions, and cilantro in a large bowl.
5. In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add the marinated tofu and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown.
6. Once the tofu is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly before adding it to the salad.
7. Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients, then sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu, supporting muscle health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall wellness.

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