Wafu Tofu and Tomato Salad

Name: Wafu Tofu and Tomato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 16 oz silken tofu (soft or medium-firm), drained, cubed; 2 large ripe tomatoes, cut in wedges; 3 tbsp ponzu sauce (gluten-free if needed); 2 tsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar; 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds; 1/4 cup katsuobushi (bonito flakes), optional for non-vegan

Silken tofu and ripe tomatoes dressed in a light Japanese-style ponzu and sesame dressing with fresh ginger and green onion. A cooling, no-cook salad that comes together in minutes.

15 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

16 oz silken tofu (soft or medium-firm), drained, cubed
2 large ripe tomatoes, cut in wedges
3 tbsp ponzu sauce (gluten-free if needed)
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
2 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
1/4 cup katsuobushi (bonito flakes), optional for non-vegan

Instructions

1

Drain 16 oz silken tofu (soft or medium-firm) and pat gently with paper towels. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
2

Halve or wedge 2 large ripe tomatoes and arrange on a serving plate. Nestle the tofu cubes among the tomatoes.
3

Whisk together 3 tbsp ponzu sauce (gluten-free if needed), 2 tsp toasted sesame oil, 2 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar, and 1 tsp finely grated fresh ginger in a small bowl.
4

Drizzle the dressing evenly over the tofu and tomatoes.
5

Top with 2 thinly sliced green onions, 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds, and 1/4 cup katsuobushi (bonito flakes), optional for non-vegan if using. Serve immediately.

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Questions

What can I use instead of rice vinegar in Wafu Tofu and Tomato Salad?

The entry for Wafu Tofu and Tomato Salad calls for 2 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar. In its place: Apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar, softened with a pinch of sugar, is close. Avoid plain distilled vinegar at full strength, which is much sharper.

Is Wafu Tofu and Tomato Salad low-carb?

A serving of Wafu Tofu and Tomato Salad carries 8 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 40 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 8 percent.

Does Wafu Tofu and Tomato Salad contain sesame?

Yes: 2 tsp toasted sesame oil and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds. The full allergen list for this entry is soy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Wafu Tofu and Tomato Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 180 calories, with 12 g protein, 8 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 280 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Wafu Tofu and Tomato Salad?

It is not a good candidate. The base of Wafu Tofu and Tomato Salad is rice vinegar, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. Add the sesame seeds at the table so it stays crisp. It does not freeze.

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