Smoky Tofu Summer Salad with Almond flour croutons

For the Dressing/Marinade

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon orange zest

For the Tofu

• 7 ounces of firm or extra firm tofu pressed for at least 10 minutes and cubed or sliced as you like

For the Croutons

• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/3 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon italian herb blend
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon oil
• 1 flax egg That's 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal mixed with 2 1/2 tablespoons of water.

For the Salad

• 3 to 4 cups torn lettuce or other baby greens of choice
• 1 cup sliced bell pepper
• slices of 1 orange or more
• 1/4 cup seeds I use a mix of pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and hemp seeds.