Vegan Caprese Salad

Name: Vegan Caprese Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 ripe large tomato; 12 ounces of silken tofu; Leaves from 1 sprig of basil; kosher salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil; ½ tablespoon of red wine vinegar; coarse sea salt

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Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings
2 servings
Calories
173 kcal
Course
Side Dish, Salad
Cuisine
Italian

Vegan Caprese Salad

Xyla Rasmussen

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Enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors of summer with this vegan Caprese salad, featuring juicy tomatoes and creamy tofu ‘mozzarella,’ for a light and simple summer side dish!

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Ingredients

Servings

1 ripe large tomato
12 ounces of silken tofu
Leaves from 1 sprig of basil, thinly sliced
kosher salt and pepper
1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil
½ tablespoon of red wine vinegar
coarse sea salt (optional)

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Instructions

Using a sharp knife, slice the tomato into 1/2-inch slices. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and let sit.
Thinly slice the tofu into rectangles and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
On plates or a serving platter, layer the slices of tomato and tofu so they overlap slightly. Sprinkle with the sliced basil, drizzle with the olive oil and vinegar, and optionally add a little sea salt if you want some extra salty crunch on top.

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Notes

Use the best tomatoes: The tomato is the leading flavor in simple vegan caprese salad, so use the ripest, in-season tomato, ensuring it's fragrant, smooth, and heavy for its size.
Use other high-quality ingredients: With only a few ingredients, make sure to use good-quality olive oil, vinegar, and fresh basil.
Leave it to marinate: Even just 10 minutes will enhance the flavors, though 30 minutes is even better.
Adjust the texture: Instead of overlapping slices, make a chopped caprese salad by finely dicing the ingredients instead.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 173kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Sodium 52mg (2%) Potassium 526mg (15%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 811IU (16%) Vitamin C 13mg (14%) Calcium 64mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 173 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	173kcal	9%
Carbohydrates	9g	3%
Protein	9g	18%
Fat	12g	18%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Polyunsaturated Fat	3g	18%
Monounsaturated Fat	6g	30%
Sodium	52mg	2%
Potassium	526mg	11%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	5g	10%
Vitamin A	811IU	16%
Vitamin C	13mg	14%
Calcium	64mg	6%
Iron	2mg	11%