Asian Orzo Pasta Salad with Teriyaki Tofu

Dressing:
1/2 C. Canola oil
2 Tbsp. Soy Sauce
3 Tbsp. Rice Vinegar
2 Tbsp. Hoisin Sauce (this is key for the right flavor!)
2 Tsp. Brown Sugar

Salad:
1 1lb box Orzo
2 C. Red Bell Pepper, diced
1 C. Scallions, diced
1 small can (about 1 C) sliced waterchestnuts
1 medium can (about 1.5 C) mandarin oranges
1.5 C. sugar snap peas, diced
2 C. Teriyaki marinated extra-firm tofu

You can use any kind of meat in this recipe if you are not partial to tofu. It is also good without.

Cook pasta according to package directions. While pasta cooks, sautee teriyaki marinated tofu in a skillet or wok. Mix canola oil, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar and hoisin sauce to make dressing. Chop red pepper, scallions, and snap peas into bite-size pieces. Once pasta and tofu are done, toss together with veggies, mandarin oranges, and waterchestnuts. pour dressing over top and combine well. Serve chilled.

Serving Size: 16 2/3 cup servings

Number of Servings: 16

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user JLOWRY1124.