- Why is the bottom of my salad watery?
- You didn't dry the vegetables enough after washing, or you salted them too early (salt draws out water). Always add the dressing just before serving.
Baked tofu with vegetable salad
A light yet filling salad where texture plays the leading role: the alternation of soft leaves, crunchy cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and chewy baked tofu makes it exciting. This isn't the kind of salad that leaves you hungry half an hour later – the protein content of the tofu and the seeds ensure satiety.
Ingredients
400
g
Tofu
2
tbsp
Olive oil
2
tbsp
Soy sauce
2
cloves
Garlic
200
g
Mixed salad leaves
0.5
pc
Cucumber
2
pcs
Tomatoes
1
pc
Carrot
2
tbsp
Lemon juice
2
tbsp
Sesame seeds
0.5
tsp
Salt
0.5
tsp
Pepper
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Equipment Needed
- Salad spinner (recommended)
- Frying pan
- Large mixing bowl
Allergen Information
Soya (soy sauce)
Sesame
Instructions
1
✓
Press the tofu, then cut into cubes. Mix with 1 tbsp olive oil, the soy sauce, and crushed garlic, then toss the tofu in the mixture. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
2
✓
Fry the marinated tofu in a hot frying pan until golden brown (approx. 5-7 minutes).
Tip: The garlic in the marinade tends to burn, so fry over medium heat and turn frequently.
3
✓
Wash and dry the salad leaves. Slice the cucumber, cut the tomatoes into wedges, and cut the carrot into thin strips (julienne).
Tip: Drying the salad is critical, otherwise the dressing will run off the leaves.
4
✓
Mix the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small glass until you get an opaque emulsion.
Tip: The oil and acid (lemon) become creamy with vigorous stirring.
5
✓
Place the vegetables in a bowl, drizzle with the dressing, and toss. Pile the fried tofu on top and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 400 g Tofu
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 200 g Mixed salad leaves
- 0.5 pc Cucumber
- 2 pcs Tomatoes
- 1 pc Carrot
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Sesame seeds
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Pepper