Grilled Tofu and Edamame Salad with Sesame-Ginger Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

A vibrant salad bowl combining smoky grilled tofu, protein-rich edamame, and crisp vegetables dressed in a zesty sesame-ginger vinaigrette. This Asian-inspired high-protein recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs soy sauce, sesame oil, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 firm tofu (pressed and sliced 1/2-inch thick)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup edamame (shelled, cooked)
• 4 cups mixed greens
• 1 cup shredded carrot
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tsp ginger (grated)
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 garlic clove (minced)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a shallow dish, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Add 14 oz firm tofu slices and marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill tofu slices for 4 minutes per side until grill marks appear and tofu is heated through.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well combined.
4. Step 4: In a large bowl, place 4 cups mixed greens, 1 cup shredded carrot, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper, 1 cup cooked shelled edamame, and 1/4 cup sliced green onions.
5. Step 5: Chop grilled tofu into bite-sized pieces and add to the salad. Drizzle the sesame-ginger vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top for garnish and serve immediately.