Description
Discover the vibrant and nutritious Tofu Salad, a perfect blend of fresh vegetables and crispy tofu that brings a delightful crunch to your meals. This quick-to-prepare dish is ideal for busy weeknights or as a refreshing side at gatherings. With its customizable ingredients, you can easily incorporate seasonal produce, making it a versatile option all year round. Top it off with a creamy tahini dressing for added richness, and enjoy this protein-packed salad either as a standalone meal or alongside your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups chopped lettuce
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup corn
- 2 finely chopped spring onions
- 1 avocado
- 14 ounces firm tofu
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ⅓ cup tahini
- ⅓ cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Drain and press the tofu between paper towels to remove excess moisture, then cut into cubes.
- In a bowl, mix cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss the tofu in this mixture until coated.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook the tofu until golden brown on all sides (10-12 minutes).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, corn, spring onions, and avocado.
- For the dressing, whisk together tahini, water, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt until smooth.
- Add the dressing and crispy tofu to the salad mixture; toss gently to coat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Plant-based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg