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Lemon Glazed Cucumber Tofu Salad Recipe

Lemon Glazed Cucumber Tofu Salad Recipe
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This Lemon Glazed Cucumber Tofu Salad recipe is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines crispy tofu with fresh cucumbers, onions, and a zesty lemon glaze. Perfect for a light and satisfying vegan meal.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

Tofu Salad

  • 1, 16 oz block extra firm tofu
  • Kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp tamari
  • 1 tbsp mirin
  • 2 tbsp potato starch
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp light brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 English cucumber
  • 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup cilantro leaves, torn
  • 6–10 mint leaves, torn

Lemon Glaze

  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare Tofu: Drain tofu and tear into 1-inch chunks. Boil in salted water for 10 minutes. Preheat oven to 425F. Prepare baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Coat Tofu: Drain tofu, then marinate with tamari, mirin, and spice mixture. Bake for 20 minutes, flip, and bake for additional 8-10 minutes.
  3. Prep Veggies: Crack cucumber, salt, drain, and pat dry. Mix lemon glaze ingredients.
  4. Combine: Toss cucumbers, onions, herbs, and tofu with lemon glaze. Serve with yogurt dip and pita.

Notes

  • Pair tofu with whole grains and veggies for added protein.
  • Boiling tofu adds flavor; consider adding dried shiitake mushrooms for umami.
  • Smash cucumbers for better sauce absorption.
  • Save time with super firm tofu and Persian cucumbers for quicker prep.

Nutrition

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