Description
A vibrant and flavorful Spicy Tofu Salad Bowl featuring crispy, hot sauce-infused tofu atop a fresh mix of crunchy vegetables, dressed in a tangy sesame-ginger dressing and topped with roasted peanuts and lime for a perfect balance of heat and freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Tofu:
- 8 oz tofu
- 2 tbsp hot sauce
- 2 tbsp oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salad:
- 1 small head romaine lettuce, roughly chopped
- ½ English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 small head red cabbage, shredded
- 1–2 green onions, sliced
- ½ cup carrot, shredded
- ¼ cup roasted peanuts
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, for serving
For the Dressing:
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp tamari
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp garlic, minced
- ½ tsp ginger, minced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Drain and Cube Tofu: Start by draining the tofu thoroughly to remove excess moisture. Pat it dry with a clean towel, then slice into bite-sized ½-inch cubes.
- Prepare Vegetables: Roughly chop the romaine lettuce, thinly slice the cucumber, shred the red cabbage and carrot, and slice the green onions. Pile all the veggies into a large salad bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, tamari, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, and sesame seeds until smooth and fully combined. Set aside.
- Cook the Tofu: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add tofu cubes and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden and crispy. Season with salt, pepper, and dashes of hot sauce for added heat. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Salad: Pour the dressing over the prepared veggies, add the cooked tofu, and toss everything thoroughly to combine the flavors.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro, roasted peanuts, and lime wedges. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, spicy, and crunchy salad bowl.
Notes
- Press tofu well to ensure it crisps up nicely during cooking.
- Adjust hot sauce amounts according to your preferred spice level.
- Use tamari as a gluten-free soy sauce alternative for gluten sensitivity.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crisp texture of the salad and tofu.
- Can be doubled for larger servings or meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
