Tofu Salad Easy Vegan Make Ahead Moosewood
Bright, zesty, and packed with plant-based goodness, this Tofu Salad is the ultimate easy vegan make-ahead dish inspired by the iconic Moosewood style. Featuring protein-rich extra-firm tofu paired with crunchy vegetables like carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, this recipe is elevated by a tangy, umami-rich dressing made with soy sauce, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and nutritional yeast. Ready in just 20 minutes and requiring no cooking, this fuss-free salad becomes even more flavorful after a stint in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep. Serve it as a light, refreshing main dish, a topping for greens, or a filling for sandwiches and wraps—this versatile, flavor-packed vegan creation is sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Ingredients
- 14 ounces extra-firm tofu
- 1 large carrot
- 2 celery stalks
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 4 scallions
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Drain and press the tofu to remove excess water. Crumble the tofu into a large bowl, breaking it into small, bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
Peel and grate the carrot. Dice the celery and red bell pepper into small pieces. Thinly slice the scallions. Chop the parsley finely.
Step 3
Add the grated carrot, diced celery, red bell pepper, scallions, and parsley to the bowl with the crumbled tofu.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce or tamari, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the tofu and vegetable mixture. Stir well until everything is evenly coated.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., add a bit more soy sauce or lemon juice).
Step 7
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. This salad can be made up to 1 day in advance.
Step 8
Serve chilled or at room temperature, either on its own, over mixed greens, or as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (827.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 758.9 |
| Total Fat 33.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2315.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.9g | |
| Protein 76.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2846.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2321.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories