Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad bursting with flavors, featuring crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and crispy tofu, all mixed in a luscious dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 large handful of crispy baked tofu (≈ 150 g) or other protein of choice
- 1/3 cup edamame, shelled and thawed
- 1 small carrot, julienned
- 1 spring onion, sliced
- 1/2 avocado, cut into 1 cm cubes
- 1 tbsp vegan cream cheese
- 1 tbsp vegan mayo
- 1 tbsp Sriracha
- 1 tsp chili-crisp oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- OPTIONAL: 1–2 tsp crushed nori flakes
Instructions
- Layer the Base: Start by placing the thinly sliced cucumber at the bottom of your jar or bowl.
- Add the Zest: Next, layer in the thinly sliced onion.
- Crave the Crunch: Follow with the crispy baked tofu, then the edamame.
- A Touch of Sweetness: Lay the julienned carrot next.
- Freshen Up: Sprinkle the sliced spring onion and the creamy avocado cubes on top.
- Keep It Fresh: Place saucy ingredients near the top to maintain crispness.
- Secure It: Screw the lid on tightly if using a jar.
- Refrigerate and Rest: Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Shake & Serve: When ready to eat, flip the jar upside down a couple of times, then shake vigorously.
- Versatile Enjoyment: Serve over steamed rice, chilled noodles, or in lettuce wraps.
Notes
Make ahead of time for meal prep. Avoid adding dressing until ready to enjoy to maintain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg