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Spicy Tomato & Tofu Salad


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Inspired by a tomato tofu dish from Vietnam with a contrast of sweet and sharp flavours

Yield2 servings

Ingredients

Optional garnish

For the tofu

For the salad

For the dressing

Directions

  1. 1

    Pre-heat your oven to 180° or air fryer to 160°C.

  2. 2

    Cut the tofu block into slices about 1.5cm thick. Cut each slice in half to make triangles.

  3. 3

    Pop them into a bowl or container and cover with the soy sauce/tamari. Mix well until the slices are evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Spread over a lined baking tray baking or put into your air fryer. Bake/air fry for around 10-15 minutes until golden but not too hard.

  5. 5

    Meanwhile, cook the green beans on a griddle pan for a couple of minutes on each side until they have light char lines.

  6. 6

    Once cool enough to touch, slice in half or thirds.

  7. 7

    Add all of the dressing ingredients to a bowl and mix well. Add more lime/soy sauce/agave to taste if needed.

  8. 8

    Add the cooked tofu, tomatoes, green beans, spring onions and coriander to a large bowl. Add a pinch of salt.

  9. 9

    Pour in the dressing and toss together. Top with crispy shallots if you’re using them, serve and enjoy!