Description
This vibrant Tofu Salad is a delightful medley of fresh vegetables and crispy tofu, making it the perfect choice for a nutritious lunch or dinner. Packed with flavor and texture, each bite offers a satisfying crunch, complemented by a creamy tahini dressing that brings everything together. With its versatility, you can easily customize the ingredients to include your favorite seasonal produce, ensuring this dish remains exciting year-round. Enjoy this refreshing salad as a stand-alone meal or pair it with grains for an even heartier option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups chopped lettuce
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup corn
- 2 finely chopped spring onions
- 1 diced 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
- â…“ cup tahini
- â…“ cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture for about 15 minutes, then cut it into cubes.
- In a bowl, mix cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss tofu in this mixture until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides (10-12 minutes).
- Whisk tahini, water, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a separate bowl until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, corn, spring onions, avocado, and crispy tofu. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 0mg