Crisped Tofu Salad with Sesame-Ginger Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

A vibrant salad featuring golden crisped tofu cubes tossed with crunchy vegetables and a tangy sesame-ginger dressing. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, sesame oil, mixed salad greens for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz, pressed and cubed extra firm tofu
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 1 medium, thinly sliced cucumber
• 2, sliced green onions
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed extra firm tofu, cooking for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crisp.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tsp honey until well combined.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 large julienned carrot, 1 medium thinly sliced cucumber, and 2 sliced green onions. Add the crisped tofu on top.
4. Step 4: Drizzle the sesame-ginger dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top as garnish before serving.