Tofu, shirataki noodle, and basil salad
Nutritional Info
- Servings Per Recipe: 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 215.4
- Total Fat: 19.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
- Sodium: 48.8 mg
- Total Carbs: 16.4 g
- Dietary Fiber: 7.1 g
- Protein: 28.0 g
View full nutritional breakdown of Tofu, shirataki noodle, and basil salad calories by ingredient
Introduction
A surprisingly delicious salad packed with flavor and protein A surprisingly delicious salad packed with flavor and proteinNumber of Servings: 2
Ingredients
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Salad:
House Foods Tofu Shirataki Spaghetti Shaped Noodle, 1 bag
Tofu, firm, 1 block
Canola Oil, 1 1tsp
Vegetables, Mixed Salad Greens, 2 serving(s)
Dressing:
Basil, 20 leaves
Olive Oil, 1 1tsp
Ginger Root, 1 tsp
Lime Juice, 0.25 cup
Garlic, 1 clove
Salt and pepper, to taste
Tips
This salad is very simple, but also tastes delicious with grated carrot, bean sprouts, cherry tomatoes, or other fresh ingredients. Experiment away!
Directions
Place block of tofu in a colander, cover with something heavy, and allow excess water to drain. This can be done for an hour or more. Cube tofu.
Drain shirataki noodles and soak in fresh cold water for 10-15 minutes. Bring a pot of water to boil and add noodles; boil for 3-5 minutes. Rinse with cold water and drain.
While the noodles are cooking, heat canola oil over medium high heat, and add cubed tofu. Cook until lightly browned. Allow to cool.
In a blender, add basil, olive oil, ginger root, garlic clove, and lime juice and pulse. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Toss noodles, tofu, greens, and dressing together in a large bowl.
Serving Size: Makes 2 large portions
Drain shirataki noodles and soak in fresh cold water for 10-15 minutes. Bring a pot of water to boil and add noodles; boil for 3-5 minutes. Rinse with cold water and drain.
While the noodles are cooking, heat canola oil over medium high heat, and add cubed tofu. Cook until lightly browned. Allow to cool.
In a blender, add basil, olive oil, ginger root, garlic clove, and lime juice and pulse. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Toss noodles, tofu, greens, and dressing together in a large bowl.
Serving Size: Makes 2 large portions