TOFU SALAD - EASY VEGAN - MAKE AHEAD (MOOSEWOOD)

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Courtesy of the original Moosewood Cookbook. Love that you can make it ahead and just pull it out of the fridge at serving time. I'm serving this at a birthday party buffet to make sure there is something substantial for vegetarians/vegans in the group. The book recommends stuffing this salad into pita bread to make it a meal, which I've never tried but sounds great. Prep time includes the minimum 2 hours for marinading. Serves 6 as the main attraction, but more if it's a side dish. Enjoy!

Provided by magpie diner

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 tablespoons sesame oil
5 tablespoons rice vinegar or 5 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar (or your choice of sweetener)
3 tablespoons tamari or 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt, to your taste
1 dash crushed red pepper flakes, to your taste
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (optional)
1 lb extra firm tofu, well drained (6 cakes)
12 medium mushrooms, left whole
1 small carrot, grated (or in matchsticks)
1 small bell pepper, finely chopped (any colour except green)
1 -2 cup cabbage, shredded (optional)
1 -2 shallot, minced (optional)
fresh mung bean sprouts (optional)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped peanuts (optional)
minced fresh cilantro (optional)
minced fresh parsley (even basil would be nice) (optional)
1 fresh tomato, diced (optional)
sesame seeds (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine marinade ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Cut the tofu into 1/2 inch cubes and add it along with the salad veggies into the marinade. Stir gently.
  • Cover and let marinade at room temperature for at least two hours. You can prepare this a few days in advance, in which case just keep it in the fridge.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature, sprinkled with all or some of the toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.7, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 616.9, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 4.1, Protein 8.5

Aayat khan
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This salad is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Irene Irene
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of textures and flavors.


muhammed kaashifu
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I'm always looking for new vegan recipes and this salad is a great addition to my repertoire. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


Richard Thaxton
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the tofu and the dressing, and they always ask for seconds.


Joshan Tiwari
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Leonie Dennis
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few ingredients and it's so easy to put together.


Bukenya Duncan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tofu. I always have a block of tofu in my fridge and this is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.


Nouman Tahir
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I'm always looking for new vegan recipes and this salad is a great addition to my repertoire. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


Mhiz Blessing
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the tofu and the dressing, and they always ask for seconds.


Nabin Bhujel
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I love the tangy flavor of the dressing in this salad. It really complements the tofu and vegetables.


Muniiro Abdi aziiz
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's easy to transport and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Chiamaka Aginam
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Saba Shorts
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I'm not a huge fan of tofu, but I really enjoyed this salad. The tofu was cooked perfectly and the dressing was really flavorful.


Kim Ombui
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tofu. I always have a block of tofu in my fridge and this is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.


Heather Purvis
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few ingredients and it's so easy to put together. It's also really affordable, which is a bonus.


Punjabi Maayia
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This tofu salad is a great way to get your daily dose of veggies. It's also a really versatile dish that can be served as a side salad, a main course, or even a snack.


Adewole Michael
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a hit! I love that it's so easy to make and that it's packed with flavor. The tofu is a great source of protein and the vegetables add a nice crunch. The dressing is also really tasty and I love th


Dushan Chamara
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This tofu salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. The tofu is soft and creamy, the vegetables are crisp and fresh, and the dressing is tangy a