Vegan Tofu Salad

This Vegan Tofu Salad is a refreshing and nutritious Japanese-inspired dish, combining crispy tofu with vibrant vegetables and a tangy sesame dressing. Perfect for a light lunch, it’s packed with flavor and plant-based protein.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Radishes - 4, thinly sliced
• Avocado - 1, diced
• Mixed salad greens - 100 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Toasted sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Chopped green onions - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Press the firm tofu for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into cubes.
2. In a non-stick skillet, heat a teaspoon of sesame oil over medium heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 10 minutes, turning occasionally.
3. While the tofu is cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and maple syrup in a small bowl.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, radishes, diced avocado, and mixed salad greens.
5. Once the tofu is cooked, add it to the mixing bowl with the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
6. Serve the salad topped with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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