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Chinese style vegetable salad with tofu

4 servings

30 minutes

Tofu vegetable salad in Chinese style is an embodiment of harmony of flavors and textures. Its roots go back to the traditions of Chinese cuisine, where the freshness of ingredients and balance of seasonings are valued. Tender tofu cubes absorb the aroma of soy sauce and sesame oil, creating a rich yet refined taste. Crunchy vegetables – carrot, cucumber, celery, and turnip – give the salad lightness and freshness. Shiitake mushrooms add depth to the flavor profile. Cilantro and green onions provide spicy notes, while roasted cashews and sesame seeds offer a pleasant aftertaste. This salad is perfect as a standalone dish or a light side to Asian main courses. It is especially good in warm weather when you crave something refreshing, nutritious, and simultaneously light.

Energy value per serving
CaloriesProteinsFatsCarbohydrates
324.6
kcal
16g
grams
14.3g
grams
34.8g
grams
Cooking steps
  • 1

    For the sauce: mix all ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Soy sauce3 tablespoons
    2. Rice vinegar3 tablespoons
    3. Sugar2 tablespoons
    4. Sesame oil1 tablespoon
  • 2

    For the salad: combine tofu, mushrooms, celery, carrots, turnip, cucumber, cilantro, and green onion in a large bowl.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Tofu240 g
    2. Shiitake mushrooms90 g
    3. Celery stalk2 pieces
    4. Carrot2 pieces
    5. Turnip1 piece
    6. Cucumbers0.5 piece
    7. Chopped cilantro (coriander leaf)0.3 glass
    8. Green onion tops (scallion greens)2 pieces
  • 3

    Pour the sauce, gently shake. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Soy sauce3 tablespoons
  • 4

    Sprinkle with red pepper before serving.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Dried red chili0.5 teaspoon
  • 5

    Place chopped leafy salad on plates, add tofu and vegetable mixture on top, and sprinkle with cashews and sesame to taste.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Cavolo nero (Tuscan kale)300 g
    2. Tofu240 g
    3. Roasted cashews0.3 glass
    4. Sesame seeds1 teaspoon

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