Sesame encrusted tofu slices are tossed together with arugula, Belgian endive, carrot, and strawberry wedges in a simple ginger infused vinaigrette. The salad is healthy, satisfying and packed with protein, thanks to a generous portion of tofu.
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- Cut the tofu into 8-10 slices. Season with salt and pepper, then coat with spelt flour, and dip with beaten egg, finally coat with sesame seeds. Heat the oil in a large pan untl hot. Lower the coated tofu slices into the hot oil and fry for 5-6 minutes until crisp and golden brown. Remove and drain on the kitchen paper.
- Combine all the vinaigrette ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, and shake to combine.
- Place the salad leaves, julienned carrot, sliced strawberries and tofu in a salad bowl. Drizzle in prepared vinaigrette. Gently toss all together. Divide the salad into two serving plates. Serve immediately.
That looks so yummy! I've never seen a better looking tofu:D the vinaigrette sounds refreshing and delicious too!
ReplyDeleteOooh, I've never seen anything quite like that. I really would like to try it.
ReplyDeleteWow!! I've never tried tofu salad! Sounds flavorful!
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I love love tofu. ... This looks fabulous. ..
ReplyDeleteThat vinaigrette sounds delicious.
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ReplyDeleteTofu is my fav.. Love it.. never tried this version before.. interesting
ReplyDeleteSounds so simple, I like tofu a lot but I did not try to put it into pannier yet.
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ReplyDeleteLovely flavor and texture in that deliciously healthy salad !
ReplyDeleteThanks for this, I would love to try this salad out. I am trying to cut down on meat and do more bean and vegetables and salads for my family.
ReplyDeleteLove this recipe .good one
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ReplyDeleteThat salad looks and sounds delicious! Lovely flavors.
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Rosa
A delicious looking recipe my friend :D
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ReplyDeleteWhat a healthy and delicious salad....
ReplyDeleteSimple, healthy, and delicious...and that's no joke!
ReplyDeleteHealthy n tasty salad
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Crunchy tofu - yum! This is great looking salad.
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ReplyDeleteI love fried tofu.
ReplyDeleteThis is just taking it to a heavenly level.
Yum!
Very different salad, and the sesame tofu looks so good..
ReplyDeleteI love the sesame tofu idea, they look so cute :) It take this healthy and refreshing salad to another level!
ReplyDeleteThis is perfect for weeknight meals and healthy too!
ReplyDeleteSimple and looks delicious !
ReplyDeletethat tofu with sesame looks yummy! must try that!
ReplyDeleteI've never tried this method for cooking tofu - but I'm intrigued! It doesn't even look like it was fried. It is a beautiful presentation too. Can't wait to try the vinaigrette - sounds fantastic!
ReplyDeleteHoly, yum! That crust looks amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteSuch a gorgeous, wholesome spring salad, Angie! It looks delightful!
ReplyDeleteThat tofu looks so good!
ReplyDeleteI adore the flavour of the sesame seeds with tofu, such a bright, light taste, and a perfect vinaigrette with the ginger Angie. I could go for this lovely summery salad right now.
ReplyDeleteIt looks so beautiful and all of the flavors in the salad sound amazing.
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ReplyDeleteWow, love this healthy,flavourful and nutritious salad.
ReplyDeleteThe sesame crust is such a great idea! I'm really wanting the ginger vinaigrette though. I have everything but, the orange juice...darn! Guess, I'll be making trip to the store :)
ReplyDeleteLove the sounds of that dressing!
ReplyDeleteMmmmm....your salad looks magnificent, Angie! And such a yummy dressing!
ReplyDeleteLove the combination. The inclusion of strawberry wedges added that special touch and color.
ReplyDeleteOh, I would love this! What a beautiful dish. The tofu looks so good with that sesame crust!
ReplyDeleteLove the combination and look of your salad!
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ReplyDeleteOh, I love this sesame tofu salad, it must be tasty!!!!!
ReplyDeletethis looks amazing nice way to use tofu
ReplyDeleteThis salad looks wonderful. I like that it is so healthy.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful salad Angie...like the tofu coated with sesame...so delicious...and so refreshing with the vinaigrette dressing. Enjoy your week :)
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ReplyDeleteMy son loves tofu and I love sesame. This salad is perfect for both of us!
ReplyDeleteThis salad looks so great. Sesame tofu looks so good I think I could eat it alone :D
ReplyDeleteThis salad sounds so light and tasty! I've never thought of making tofu with sesame but the combination sounds really good- I'll have to try it one day ;)
ReplyDeleteWhat a delightful salad! Tofu with sesame, love it!
ReplyDeleteI can't ever get enough of sesame and ginger! This looks so delicious!!
ReplyDeleteThat looks delicious!!! Great flavors and the love the presentation, Angie!
ReplyDeleteWow! I'm sure, Your clicks are going to be the model photography for teaching photography students!!
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WOW,
ReplyDeleteThe dressing and tofu sound amazing! As usual I love your plating and your photos are just outstanding!
I have a feeling my kids would gobble this right up!
ReplyDeleteNow that's perfection! That plate of sesame tofu is something that I would not be able resist! What a great idea to incorporate it into such a tasty salad and your orange ginger vinaigrette sounds delicious! Great salad Angie!
ReplyDeleteAngie, I want that now! Crunchy tofu and a salad. I am hungry!
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ReplyDeleteso pretty! i love that dressing, what great flavor!
ReplyDeleteAlthough I'm not a huge tofu fan, my BF is..so, I will make this for him, and will inevitably end up eating it because your flavor combinations are always spectacular. The dressing sounds wonderful! You could make anything taste good!
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ReplyDeleteThe tofu looks incredible Angie and makes an impressive salad! My mouth is madly watering for it.
ReplyDeleteOh I love tofu!! Tofu crusted in sesame would be just amazing! I am in the mood for a light healthy dinner and this would be perfect :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever idea... I adore tofu, so I just know this would taste delicious.
ReplyDeleteAlthough I have never tried tofu before, love all the ingredients in this salad.
ReplyDeleteSesame is such a cool addition, I could just snack on the tofu ;)
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ReplyDeleteAngie, you make the most gorgeous salads! I love this. The vinaigrette sounds yummy, too!
ReplyDeleteYour tofu really looks excellent. I always have trouble getting breading to stick to tofu. I'm going to have to try sesame seeds.
ReplyDeleteThis tofu salad looks way too beautiful to eat, my friend :)
ReplyDeleteWow, that tofu looks incredible, Angie. And I agree with others, almost looks too pretty to eat! I'm sure it was delicious in the salad with the strawberries. Mmm mmm
ReplyDeleteLove this salad Angie. I need to spice up my tofu, it gets boring. Sesame seeds are a great idea.
ReplyDeleteThat's a lovely salad. My husband runs away from tofu, so I have to figure out a substitute for that :)
ReplyDeleteI love all the parts of this salad! The sesame-crusted tofu looks fantastic.
ReplyDeleteWooo, I like your sesame-crusted tofu! But it is the step of frying that I wish to avoid.
ReplyDeleteTofu is something I really enjoy (seriously) but only when someone else makes it. I have tried using tofu in several dishes, and it is never the same.
ReplyDeleteI would gladly pull-up a chair and join you for this salad.
Velva
I was just conversing with another blogging friend about combinations of ingredients that sound like they wouldn't fit, but totally do. This recipe reminds me of our discussion. I wouldn't expect strawberries with tofu, but with the ginger dressing and the sesame seed encrusted tofu, it sounds delicious.
ReplyDeleteStrawberries and tofu...why have I never thought of that?:)I love new tofu ideas. This is fantastic, Angie:)
ReplyDeleteGosh, these seasame crusted tofu looks so inviting and with the salad,so healthy!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to try out this recipe! Yum!
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ReplyDeletesesame encrusted tofu? genius! this is a really flavorful salad! i wish i was eating this for dinner!
ReplyDeleteThat sesame crusted tofu looks perfect and the dressing sounds divine. Lovely and creative vegetarian salad!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool and refreshing salad, just love tofu!
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ReplyDeleteThat salad is lovely enough to be served in a restaurant. Love the ginger!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds great, I really need to give tofu a try soon!
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ReplyDeleteMe encanta se ve irresistible con su contra crujiente muy muy rico,hugs,hugs.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE tofu & this is certainly my kind of salad! YUM! ;)
ReplyDeleteI'm in love with your salad Angie! I always forget how much i like tofu, especially served in yummy salads like this one;-)
ReplyDeleteYou made good used with the tofu. They look absolutely delish. Yummm....
ReplyDeleteKristy
Your sesame tofu salad is beautiful. :) So refreshing and wonderful for this warmer weather.
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ReplyDeleteI’m kinda interested in making a Sesame Tofu Salad with Ginger Vinaigrette. There food looks so delicious. Can’t wait to try some of this. Thanks a lot!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to prepare tofu - light, crunchy, nutritive and gorgeous too! - and your ginger vinaigrette sounds absolutely delicious.
ReplyDeleteI'm crazy about vinaigrettes with ginger . . . anything Asian, I'll gobble up in a second! Thanks for the recipe Angie!
ReplyDeleteRoz
Most tofu dishes I have tried are braised or in some stew. I love how unique this tofu dish is and so much texture too --yum! Well done!
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