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crispy tofu salad with vegetables.
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Tofu Salad

Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this tofu salad is bursting with fresh flavours and a peanut dressing deliciously ties it all together!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: British
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4
Author: James Wythe

Ingredients

  • 450 g firm tofu
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 head of romaine lettuce
  • 5 medium tomatoes
  • ½ red cabbage

Peanut Dressing

  • 3 tbsp peanut butter I used crunchy
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • ½ juice lime
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
Metric - US Customary

Instructions

  • Drain the tofu and cut into equal sized cubes (around 2cm by 2cm).
  • Add the cubed tofu into a mixing bowl along with the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, red pepper flakes and 1 tbsp olive oil and mix until all the tofu is evenly coated.
  • Heat a non stick pan with 1 tbsp of olive oil and add in the tofu. Keep turning until each side is golden (roughly 10 minutes).
  • Meanwhile, roughly chop the lettuce, thinly slice the red bell pepper and red cabbage and quarter the tomatoes.
  • Prepare the peanut dressing by adding all the ingredients into a jar and whisk/stir until a smooth dressing forms.
  • Add all the chopped salad ingredients, tofu and peanut dressing into a large mixing bowl and toss until well combined.

Notes

Step-by-Step Photos: My blog post includes helpful step-by-step photos to help guide you through making this recipe.
Substitutions & Variations: I have included a list of these in the post above.
To Store: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
To Freeze: I wouldn’t recommend freezing this recipe.
Tip 1: If you're planning to have leftovers or what to meal prep, consider only putting the dressing on the portion you'll be enjoying and save the rest for when you have more later.
Tip 2: If you want a bit more heartiness to this salad, add some quinoa or rice.
Tip 3: If you want to air fry the tofu instead, simply place in the air fryer basket after step 2 for 10 minutes at 200C until crispy.

Nutrition

Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 20g