Refreshing Crispy Tofu Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette
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This refreshing Crispy tofu salad with a fruity strawberry vinaigrette recipe makes for a light, but delicious meal on its own. It can also be an excellent side dish to compliment any meal.
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The key to creating a delicious and satisfying salad results in the crispiness of the tofu to the tanginess of the strawberry vinaigrette. You can elevate your salad game and impress the whole family. Remember, crispy tofu is possible, and with the addition of a homemade strawberry vinaigrette, it becomes a meal worth talking about.
So go ahead and give this recipe a try, or better yet, experiment with different flavors and share your creations with us. We simply added tomatoes to ours, and that was enough. However feel free to add any other fresh vegetables, fruits, or nuts to the salad. It will be amazing however you decide to build it!
Who knows, your crispy tofu salad may just become a staple in your family’s meal rotations. So, let’s get cooking and turn ordinary salads into extraordinary dishes for any occasion!
Ingredients You Need
Fried Tofu recipe
- 8 oz. extra firm tofu cubed
- 2 tbsp corn starch
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Strawberry Vinaigrette
- 10 strawberries
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp agave syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- sea salt & pepper to taste
Instructions How to Make Crispy Tofu Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette
Crispy fried Tofu recipe
- Boil enough water to cover tofu.
- Drain cubed tofu, and place it in boiling water. After water returns to a boil, let it cook for 30 seconds, then drain tofu and place it into a bowl.
- Add 2 tbsp cornstarch to the bowl and toss to coat tofu.
- In a large pan add 2 tbsp vegetable oil and heat on medium-low heat.
- Once oil is hot, add tofu and cook until you get all sides light golden-brown. Stir every minute or so. Once tofu is done remove it from heat and set aside.
Strawberry Vinaigrette Dressing
- In a food processor combine 10 strawberries, 1.5 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp agave syrup, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and dashes of sea salt & pepper. Process until smooth.
Making the Salad
- Add salad / spinach / cabbage slaw into a large bowl. Top with crispy tofu, and strawberry vinaigrette dressing. Enjoy!
So if you tired of boring, bland salads, fear not! This mouthwatering and nutritious alternative – crispy tofu salad with strawberry vinaigrette will have you saying goodbye to boring and hello to delicious as we explore the perfect combination of crunchy, flavorful tofu and tangy, sweet dressing.
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and amp up your salad game. Let’s go!
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Crispy Tofu Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette
Equipment
- food processor
Ingredients
Fried Tofu
- 8 oz. extra firm tofu cubed
- 2 tbsp corn starch
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Strawberry Vinaigrette
- 10 strawberries
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp agave syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- sea salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Crispy Tofu
- Boil enough water to cover tofu.
- Drain cubed tofu, and place it in boiling water. After water returns to a boil, let it cook for 30 seconds, then drain tofu and place it into a bowl.
- Add 2 tbsp corn starch to the bowl and toss to coat tofu.
- In a large pan add 2 tbsp vegetable oil and heat on medium-low heat.
- Once oil is hot, add tofu and cook until you get all sides light golden-brown. Stir every minute or so. Once tofu is done remove it from heat and set aside.
Strawberry Vinaigrette Dressing
- In a food processor combine 10 strawberries, 1.5 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp agave syrup, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and dashes of sea salt & pepper. Process until smooth.
Making the Salad
- Add salad / spinach / cabbage slaw into a large bowl. Top with crispy tofu, and strawberry vinaigrette dressing. Enjoy!