Description
A refreshing and satisfying vegan salad featuring marinated balsamic tofu, perfect for warm weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut it into cubes.
- Mix balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Marinate the tofu cubes in the dressing for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Cook the marinated tofu over medium heat until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and avocado in a large bowl.
- Top the salad with the cooked tofu.
- Drizzle with additional balsamic dressing if desired and serve.
Notes
Press the tofu thoroughly to achieve the best texture. Marination is crucial for flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 0mg