Sesame Citrus Tofu Salad Recipe

This citrus tofu salad recipe, courtesy of celebrated chef Kimmy Tang at Beverly Hills French-Vietnamese restaurant 9021PHO, is a perfect light, vegetarian lunch with tons of flavor. The dressing is great for any salad that could use a bright Asian twist, so make extra and keep it in the fridge for a week in case for salads, marinades or even a light dipping sauce.

Sesame Citrus Tofu Salad Recipe
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Prep Time
20
minutes
Cook Time
5
minutes
Servings
2
Sesame Citrus Tofu Salad Recipe
Total time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 box regular organic tofu
  • a few handfuls mixed baby greens
  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • 1 bunch green onions
  • 10 mint leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon black sesame
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic
  • chili (optional)
Directions
  1. Combine all of the dressing ingredients in a large bowl. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Add tofu cubes to a small pot of boiling water. Cook until tofu is completely hot.
  3. Transfer to a large bowl and toss with the cilantro, onion, mint and citrus dressing.
  4. In a large serving bowl, put the tofu on top of the mixed greens.
  5. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and serve.
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