Healthy Tofu Caprese Salad
Healthy Tofu Caprese Salad
Diabetic-Friendly Tomato and Tofu Dish / Tofu Caprese Salad Recipe
This is a simple Tofu Caprese Salad made with seasonal tomatoes, which are excellent for managing diabetes. While traditional Caprese salad uses cheese, this recipe offers a Korean-style twist by substituting soft tofu for cheese, making it a healthier option. Enjoy this refreshing and nutritious salad that perfectly balances the tanginess of tomatoes and the mildness of tofu with a vibrant dressing.
Salad Ingredients- 1 fresh tomato
- 1/2 block silken tofu (approx. 150g)
- 1/2 medium onion
- 100g baby greens
Salad Dressing- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp finely minced onion
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide
- 1 tsp spicy mustard
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 Tbsp soy sauce
- Pinch of herbed salt
- Pinch of sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp finely minced onion
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide
- 1 tsp spicy mustard
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 Tbsp soy sauce
- Pinch of herbed salt
- Pinch of sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash and prepare all the fresh ingredients for the salad. Drain the greens well and set them aside.
Step 2
Remove the stem from the ripe tomato and cut it into 6 to 8 bite-sized wedges. Cutting them into slightly larger pieces will provide a better texture when eaten.
Step 3
Carefully remove the packaging from the silken tofu. Cut it into pieces roughly the same size as the tomatoes. To drain excess water, tilt the cutting board slightly after cutting the tofu; the water will run off naturally.
Step 4
Finely mince the onion that will be used for the dressing. If you prefer a milder onion flavor, you can soak the minced onion in cold water for a short while before use.
Step 5
In a small bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients: olive oil, minced onion, vinegar, oligosaccharide, spicy mustard, lemon juice, soy sauce, herbed salt, and sesame seeds. Whisk thoroughly with a fork or spoon until the mustard is fully dissolved and the dressing is well combined.
Step 6
Once all the dressing ingredients are blended, you’ll have a delicious salad dressing full of fresh olive oil flavor and a pleasant kick from the mustard. Taste and adjust the sweetness or acidity by adding more oligosaccharide or lemon juice if desired.
Step 7
Arrange the sliced tomatoes and tofu on a serving plate or individual plates, alternating between them. Pile the baby greens attractively in the center for a beautiful presentation.
Step 8
Just before serving, drizzle the prepared salad dressing evenly over the salad. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
