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Tofu Salad with Savory Dressing Recipe

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A vibrant and healthy Tofu Salad with a savory, tangy dressing that combines crisp romaine, fresh cucumber, shredded carrot, and crunchy roasted peanuts with easy baked tofu. This refreshing salad is enhanced with a flavorful dressing made from rice vinegar, tamari, miso, maple syrup, garlic powder, and fresh ginger, garnished with sesame seeds and optional Thai basil for an added aromatic touch.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 1 large head romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 English cucumber
  • 3-4 green onions
  • 1 cup carrot, shredded
  • 2/3 cup roasted peanuts
  • 1 batch Easy Baked Tofu (prepared separately)
  • 1-2 Tbsp. Thai basil (optional)

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar, unseasoned
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. tamari
  • 2 tsp. white miso
  • 2 tsp. pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. ginger, freshly grated
  • 1 tsp. sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Make the tofu: Begin by preparing the Easy Baked Tofu according to your preferred recipe. This involves pressing the tofu, seasoning it, and baking in the oven until golden and firm.
  2. Prepare the veggies: While the tofu bakes in the oven, chop the romaine lettuce and place it in a large bowl. Very thinly slice the cucumber into half moons and slice the green onions. Add both to the bowl with the romaine. Then add the shredded carrot to the mixture.
  3. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, tamari, white miso, pure maple syrup, garlic powder, freshly grated ginger, and sesame seeds. Whisk thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and the miso is completely dissolved.
  4. Combine: When the tofu is finished baking, add it to the salad bowl with the vegetables. Sprinkle the roasted peanuts on top. Pour the dressing over the salad and lightly toss to combine all the flavors evenly. Alternatively, you can serve the dressing on the side.
  5. Garnish: Garnish the salad with red pepper flakes (if desired) and Thai basil leaves for an added hint of freshness and spice.

Notes

  • Pressing the tofu before baking helps remove excess moisture and improves texture.
  • Use unseasoned rice vinegar to keep the dressing balanced and not too sweet.
  • To keep the salad crunchy, add the dressing just before serving.
  • The Thai basil adds a fragrant herbal note but can be omitted or substituted with regular basil if unavailable.
  • Store leftovers separately to maintain texture—keep the tofu and dressing apart from the vegetables.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/tofu-salad-with-savory-dressing-recipe/