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TOFU ALMOND QUINOA SALAD

Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Salad
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/2 cup shallots, diced small
  • 2 cups quinoa, cooked follow instructions on packaging
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, chopped small
  • 1/2 block of tofu
  • 2 cups cabbage, shredded
  • 1 bunch of kale
  • 2 cups grapes, sliced in half
  • 1 carrot, shredded
  • 1/2 cucumber, diced

FOR DRESSING

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 lemons, juiced
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

PRESS THE TOFU

  • Begin by pressing tofu. You can use something heavy such as an iron skillet, but a tofu press is preferred if you have one.
    tofu press for almond quinoa kale salad
  • Press for at least 10 minutes, but 30-60 minutes is preferred if you have the time.
  • While tofu is being pressed, move on to prep the rest of the salad

COOK QUINOA

  • Cook quinoa by following directions on packaging. I like to cook with slightly less water than recommended so the quinoa has more texture.
  • To add flavor to your quinoa, add a vegan Bouillon cube (I love Not-Chick'n) or simply add some salt. This step is optional
  • Remember to rinse quinoa before cooking. Cook with a lid tightly on. Do not over mix the quinoa. Mix it once in the beginning when you add it to the water.
  • When quinoa is finished cooking, remove from heat, remove lid and fluff with a fork. If quinoa tastes like its borderline of being overcooked, lay out quinoa on a baking sheet so it can cool down faster.
  • While quinoa is cooking, move ahead and prep other elements of the dish.
  • When quinoa is finished cooking and being fluffed, set aside

Prep Veg

  • Dice shallots and garlic into small pieces and set aside.
    garlic for Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Shred cabbage and set aside.
    cabbage for Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Prep kale by washing, de-stemming, and cutting it into smaller pieces.
    kale for Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Massage kale by placing it in a bowl with a touch of olive oil and massage with your hands for at least a minute or when kale feels softer. Set aside.
    kale for Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Shred carrots, dice cucumber and slice grapes in half. Set aside

NEXT STEP FOR TOFU

  • Once tofu has been pressed for at least 10 minutes, cut into small pieces
  • Set aside

TOAST THE ALMONDS. COOK THE VEG AND TOFU

  • Add almonds and shallots to non-stick skillet
    shallots and almonds for Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until almonds begin to brown.
    toasted almonds and shallots for Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Add olive oil, tofu, and garlic to the skillet.
  • Grate ginger and add. Cook for another 5 mintues
    ginger and tofu for Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Add cabbage. Cook for about 3 more minutes.
    cabbage for Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Add Kale and cook for about 1 minute. Just enough to slightly cook kale.
    kale for Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Set aside
    Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 

ASSEMBLE THE SALAD

  • Add cooked quinoa to a large bowl
  • Add cooked veg and tofu mix
    Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Add cucumbers and grapes
    cucumber and grapes for Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Add carrots and green onion
    Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Add ingredients for the dressing
    derision for Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
  • Mix everything together until it is evenly distributed
  • Serve and enjoy!
    Tofu and almond quinoa salad made with grapes, kale, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and a savory Asian dressing. 
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