Whole30 Refreshing Tofu Salad

Fresh, vibrant, and entirely Whole30-compliant, this Refreshing Tofu Salad is a plant-based delight bursting with flavor and crunch. Featuring golden, sautéed tofu cubes, crisp red bell peppers, refreshing cucumber slices, and a medley of nutrient-packed veggies like shredded red cabbage and julienned carrots, this salad is as satisfying as it is healthy. Tossed in a zesty lime and garlic dressing and topped with creamy avocado and toasted sesame seeds, it’s the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and fresh. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for a wholesome lunch or a light dinner. Plus, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and loaded with wholesome ingredients to fit your clean-eating lifestyle. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an extra burst of flavor that will keep you coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 ounces firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 medium cucumber, sliced
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
• 2 pieces scallions, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 large avocado, diced
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Begin by pressing the tofu to remove excess moisture. Wrap the block of tofu in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes.

Step 2

Once pressed, cut the tofu into 1/2-inch cubes.

Step 3

In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Add the tofu cubes and sauté until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside to cool.

Step 5

In the meantime, prepare the vegetables: thinly slice the red bell pepper, slice the cucumber, julienne the carrot, and shred the red cabbage.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, cabbage, scallions, and cilantro.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 8

Add the cooled tofu cubes to the vegetable mix.

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing over the tofu and vegetables and toss everything gently to combine.

Step 10

Transfer the salad to serving plates and top with diced avocado and toasted sesame seeds.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing, Whole30-approved tofu salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1533.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1148.1

Total Fat 82.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1375.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.8g
Protein 56.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 910.4mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 3324.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.7%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 24.6%