Cabbage Salad with Baked Tofu and Lemon-Soy Vinaigrette
This is more of a side salad rather than a full main course, although some people would enjoy it for a light lunch. This crisp salad tastes best when freshly made. Note that you have a choice of using Western or Chinese napa cabbage, which produce different results.
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This is more of a side salad rather than a full main course, although some people would enjoy it for a light lunch. This crisp salad tastes best when freshly made. Note that you have a choice of using Western or Chinese napa cabbage, which produce different results.
Ingredients
Cabbage salad
- 3/4 lb. napa or green cabbage, shredded (about 6 loosely packed cups)
- 1 cup grated carrot
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallion greens
- 8 oz. baked tofu, diced
- 1/3 cup chopped roasted peanuts
Lemon-soy vinaigrette
- 2 Tbs. canola oil
- 1 Tbs. toasted sesame oil
- 1 1/2 to 2 Tbs. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp. Japanese soy sauce, or more to taste
Preparation
To make Cabbage Salad: Combine cabbage, carrot, scallion greens, tofu and peanuts in a large bowl, and set aside.
To make Lemon-Soy Vinaigrette: Combine oils, 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice and soy sauce in a small jar. Cover, and shake vigorously until thoroughly blended. Pour vinaigrette over slaw, and toss well. Season with more soy sauce and lemon juice, if needed.
Wine Suggestions
The tangy soy, sesame oil and lemon juice dressing adds flavor for a pairing with a Gewurztraminer from Columbia Winery.
Nutrition Information
- Calories 290
- Carbohydrate Content 12 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 21 g
- Fiber Content 4 g
- Protein Content 15 g
- Saturated Fat Content 3 g
- Sodium Content 360 mg
- Sugar Content 3 g