Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tofu salad, a delightful medley of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. This exquisite salad features tender and savory tofu, complemented by a refreshing array of vegetables, including crisp cucumbers, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic scallions. Drizzled with a luscious chive-ginger oil dressing, this dish is a harmonious blend of zesty ginger, tangy vinegar, and a hint of garlic.
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TOFU SALAD
This salad has tofu, snow peas, ginger and garlic!
Provided by JeanieMomof3
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix the chili sauce, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Place tofu in the mixture, and marinate 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Immerse the snow peas in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes, then immerse in a a bowl of cold water. Drain, and set aside.
- Toss the peas, carrots, cabbage, and peanuts with the tofu and marinade to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 295.3 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
CHILE AND GINGER-FRIED TOFU SALAD WITH KALE
In this spicy salad, cubes of fried tofu act like tender-bellied croutons amid the leaves of baby kale, only with much more protein and spunk than the usual toasted bread.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories Tofu Soy Sauce Chile Pepper Kale Spinach Ginger Dinner Vegetarian
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Arrange the tofu on a plate or baking sheet. In a blender, combine the soy sauce, chile sauce, chile halves, cilantro, garlic, and ginger; puree until smooth.
- Using a pastry brush, coat the tofu on both sides with two-thirds of the chile mixture (reserve the rest for serving). Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 6 hours.
- Fill a 12-inch skillet with ½ inch of peanut oil and heat it over medium-high heat. Dip the slabs of tofu in the cornstarch, coating both sides, and tap off the excess.
- Working in batches, add the tofu to the hot oil and cook, turning it over once, until it is golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer the tofu to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain off the excess oil.
- In a large bowl, toss the kale with the olive oil and fine sea salt to taste. Add the tofu and toss. Some of the kale will wilt, which is what you want. Serve hot, topped with sliced scallions and cilantro leaves, and with the reserved chile marinade alongside for drizzling.
SPINACH AND TOFU SALAD
Here's a spinach salad that takes cues from Japan and is hearty enough to be a main course. Try to find crisp, medium curly-leaf spinach, which will hold up when dressed. (Baby spinach leaves will surely wilt.) Other sturdy greens - such as mizuna, curly endive or Napa cabbage - can stand in for spinach, or you can combine several kinds of greens.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Slice tofu into 1-inch-by-2-inch pieces about 1/4-inch thick and place in a deep bowl or on a platter.
- Make the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, sake, brown sugar, ginger and cayenne. Pour marinade over tofu slices to coat well. Leave in marinade for at least 15 minutes. (You may marinate the tofu up to 24 hours in advance.)
- While the tofu marinates, pick over spinach leaves and remove any tough stems. Swish the spinach in a deep bowl of cold water. Lift leaves from water into a colander. If you see any sand in the water, repeat up to 3 times, using fresh water each time. Drain well and dry spinach, then wrap in a kitchen towel and refrigerate until ready to use. (You may wash the spinach up to 24 hours in advance.)
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, brown sugar, sesame oil, vegetable oil, soy sauce, miso, garlic and ginger.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and arrange the tofu pieces in a single layer. Spoon remaining marinade over tofu. Bake, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes, until slightly crisped. Remove and leave at room temperature.
- To make the salad, arrange spinach in a low, wide salad bowl or on a deep platter. Scatter cucumber, daikon and edamame over spinach, then sprinkle with sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds and peanuts. Tuck slices of tofu here and there.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt over everything, then drizzle salad with dressing and serve.
TOFU SALAD
To make the tofu extra crispy in this tofu salad recipe, we recommend draining some of the liquid and cooking it in a generous amount of oil at high heat. It takes a little extra time, but it's worth it! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Blot tofu dry. Wrap in a clean kitchen towel; place on a plate and refrigerate at least 1 hour. In a large shallow dish, whisk vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sriracha, peanut butter and ginger until smooth. Add tofu; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 3-5 hours, turning occasionally. Drain tofu reserving marinade; pat dry. In a large skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add tofu; cook until crisp and golden brown, 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from pan; drain on paper towels. In a large bowl, combine romaine, carrots, avocado, tomatoes, onion and tofu. Pour reserved marinade over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 31g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
Tips:
- Choose firm or extra-firm tofu: This will help the tofu hold its shape and not crumble when tossed with the dressing.
- Press the tofu before using: This will help remove excess water and make the tofu more flavorful.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This will add color, texture, and flavor to the salad.
- Make sure the dressing is well-balanced: The dressing should be flavorful but not overpowering.
- Serve the salad immediately: This will prevent the tofu from becoming soggy.
Conclusion:
Tofu salad with chive-ginger oil is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The tofu is a good source of protein and calcium, while the vegetables provide vitamins, minerals, and fiber. The chive-ginger oil dressing is flavorful and adds a nice zing to the salad. This salad is also very easy to make, so it is a great option for busy weeknights.
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