Korean-style Tofu Salad

This Korean-style Tofu Salad combines the delicate flavors of silken tofu with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables and a tangy sesame dressing. It offers a refreshing and nutritious dish that is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Silken tofu - 300 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Napa cabbage - 100 grams, shredded
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey or maple syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Drain the silken tofu and gently pat it dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, chopped green onions, and shredded Napa cabbage.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Add the dressing to the bowl of vegetables and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
5. Cut the silken tofu into cubes and arrange them on two serving plates.
6. Top the tofu with the dressed vegetable mixture and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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