Greens with Miso-Ginger Dressing and Grilled Tofu

A light coating of seasonings and soy sauce brings lots of flavor to grilled tofu. Romaine and cabbage make a good combo, but you could also mix the dressing with any variety of vegetables you have in your fridge--or toss it with cold soba noodles.

TOFU

2 pkg. (12 oz. each) extra-firm tofu, drained

2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 teaspoon light brown sugar

1/4 teaspoon cayenne

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

DRESSING

1/3 cup white miso

2 tablespoons mayonnaise

1 1/2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

1/4 teaspoon minced garlic

1/4 teaspoon minced fresh ginger

1/8 teaspoon pepper

SALAD

12 ounces romaine lettuce leaves (from 1 large head), coarsely torn

8 ounces thinly sliced red cabbage (1/2 small head)

4 button mushrooms, thinly sliced

2 green onions, sliced

1 carrot, coarsely shredded

1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Step 1

Heat a grill to medium-high (450°). Meanwhile, cut each tofu block crosswise into 6 slices. Lay slices between paper towels, press out excess water, then transfer to a rimmed baking sheet. Whisk sesame oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, cayenne, and garlic powder together in a small bowl and pour over tofu slices, turning to coat both sides.

Step 2

Whisk dressing ingredients together in a small bowl.

Step 3

Oil cooking grate, using tongs and a wad of oiled paper towels. Transfer tofu slices to grill and cook until grill marks form on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side (tofu may stick a little).

Step 4

Mix lettuce, cabbage, mushrooms, green onions, and carrot in a large bowl. Toss with three-quarters of dressing. Divide salad among 4 dinner plates and arrange 3 tofu slices, slightly overlapping, on top of each. Drizzle remaining dressing over tofu and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 391Calories from Fat 57

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g39%

Saturated Fat 3.1g16%
Cholesterol 1.9mg1%
Sodium 1855mg78%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Dietary Fiber 5.4g22%
Protein 25g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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