Tofu Salad with Iceberg Lettuce and Sweet Corn
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Tofu Salad with Iceberg Lettuce and Sweet Corn
Description
The Tofu Salad with Iceberg Lettuce and Sweet Corn uses small iceberg lettuce torn into bite-sized pieces, paired with firm or extra-firm tofu cut into squares. Sweet corn kernels add a subtle sweetness and contrast to the greens. Daikon radish sprouts provide a mild peppery note and extra crunch, with imitation crab meat optionally included for additional texture and flavor. The salad is unified by a sweet soy mustard dressing made of yellow mustard, rice vinegar, sake, soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, sugar, and lemon juice, adjusted to taste.
The salad’s textures range from crisp and fresh lettuce and sprouts to the soft tofu, balanced by the sweet and tangy dressing. It works well as a light lunch or side dish. Serving chilled enhances the flavors and gives the tofu and lettuce time to soak in the dressing.
For best results, prepare the salad components chilled and dress the salad in advance to allow flavors to meld. The mustard powder is mixed with water allowing it to develop a stronger, spicier flavor before combining with the other dressing ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1/2 head iceberg lettuce (small)
- 8 oz tofu (extra firm or firm)
- 3 Tbsp sweet corn (canned)
- 1/4 cup daikon sprouts
- 2 oz imitation crab meat (optional)
Sweet Soy Mustard Dressing
- 1 tsp yellow mustard optional, oriental
- 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 Tbsp cooking sake (rice wine)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (jinkanjang)
- 1 tsp honey
- 2 tsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice (1 tsp if using meyer lemon)
Instructions
- Make oriental hot mustard according to directions. If you want a little more kick, double the amount. Mix mustard powder with water and let it sit for few minutes for the flavor to develop.
- Rinse iceberg lettuce leaves and tear them into smaller pieces. Use a salad spinner or just pat dry with paper towel.
- Take tofu out of the package. Pat dry with a paper towel and cut into squares like below. I like using Pulmuone Organic 2 cup Tofu but you can use any firm or extra firm tofu you like.
- Rinse and drain radish sprouts or any other micro greens you want to add. I found this at our local grocery store and it was a great mix of different radish sprouts and other micro greens. But if you can buy daikon radish sprouts, they work the best.
- By now the hot mustard should have developed its full flavor. Mix in the hot mustard into the dressing. Stir until well blended.
- Arrange lettuce and tofu on a plate or salad bowl. Tear crab meat into thin strips and add to salad. Sprinkle sweet corn and top with daikon sprouts or other micro greens. Pour dressing before serving.
Notes
- Chilled ingredients improve the salad’s flavor and texture by letting tofu and lettuce absorb the dressing.
- Mix mustard powder with water and let it sit to develop full flavor before adding to the dressing.
- Use extra firm or firm tofu, pat dry before cutting to prevent excess moisture.
- Add imitation crab meat if desired for extra texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 124 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 124kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 395mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 119mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 365IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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