Grilled Tofu Salad

Grilled Tofu Salad
Need a gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian main course? Grilled Tofu Salad could be a tremendous recipe to try. This recipe covers 12% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe makes 6 servings with 234 calories, 16g of protein, and 11g of fat each. If you have miso-carrot dressing, peanut oil, blocks of tofu, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the honey you could follow this main course with the Honey Gingerbread as a dessert. It is perfect for The Fourth Of July. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Slice each tofu block 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick and pat the slices dry.
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In a small bowl, stir together the garlic, honey, 2 tablespoons peanut oil, soy sauce and black bean chili paste.
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Spread half of the marinade in the bottom of a large nonreactive baking dish and top with the tofu slices.
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Spread the remaining marinade over the tofu, covering it completely.
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Preheat a stovetop grill or the broiler. If using a grill, lightly brush the surface with peanut oil. Grill or broil the tofu, turning once, until caramelized and brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
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Let cool.
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Cut each piece into wide strips if desired.
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To serve, line plates or a platter with the watercress and set the tofu on top.
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Drizzle the Miso-Carrot Dressing on the salad.
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Make Ahead: The tofu can stand at room temperature for up to 1 hour before grilling.
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Notes: ONE SERVING: Calories 320 kcal, Protein 26 gm, Soy Protein 25 gm, Carbohydrate 17 gm, Cholesterol 0, Total Fat 3 gm, Saturated Fat 9 gm
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings6
Health Score8
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