Chilled Vietnamese Lemongrass Tofu Salad with Spicy Lime Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-22 · Updated 2026-07-22

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A refreshing vegan salad combining crispy lemongrass-infused tofu with fresh herbs and a tangy, spicy lime dressing. This Vietnamese-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, lemongrass stalk, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Vietnamese cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz, pressed and cubed firm tofu
1, finely minced lemongrass stalk
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cups mixed salad greens
1/4 cup, chopped fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
1 medium, julienned carrot
1 medium, thinly sliced cucumber
3 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp maple syrup
1, minced garlic clove
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
to taste salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 finely minced lemongrass stalk and 14 oz cubed firm tofu. Sauté for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until tofu is golden and fragrant with lemongrass.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, and salt to taste until well combined.
Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 julienned carrot, and 1 thinly sliced cucumber.
Step 4: Add the warm lemongrass tofu to the salad mixture, pour the spicy lime dressing over, and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Step 5: Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.