Miso Garlic Roasted Tofu Caesar Salad Recipes

VEGAN CAESAR SALAD WITH CRISPY BAKED TOFU

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
• Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes; place in a medium bowl. Add oil, Italian seasoning, nutritional yeast, salt and pepper; toss to combine.
• Arrange tofu cubes in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
• In a blender or food processor, add all ingredients for the dressing. Blend until completely smooth.
• In a large bowl, add lettuce, tomatoes, baked tofu and Caesar dressing; toss to combine.
• Serve immediately. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

MISO CAESAR SALAD

Steps:

• For the dressing: Whisk together the mayonnaise, miso, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire and garlic in a medium bowl. While continuing to whisk, slowly drizzle in the oil until smooth and glossy. Add the Parmesan and stir just to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
• For the salad: Toss together the romaine, napa cabbage and red cabbage in a large bowl. Pour half the dressing over the salad and mix with tongs to coat. Taste the salad and add more dressing if you like; store the remaining dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• Transfer the salad to a serving bowl, top with the crispy wontons and serve immediately.

RICE BOWL WITH OVEN-BAKED MISO TOFU

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a sheet pan with parchment. Pat each slice of tofu dry with paper towels.
• Whisk together the soy sauce, ginger, garlic, cayenne, honey or agave nectar, lime juice, miso, mirin, and oils. Pour into a dish that can accommodate all of the tofu slices in a single layer (such as a baking dish). Place the tofu slices in the marinade and turn them over. Leave to marinate for 15 minutes, turning once or twice. Transfer to the baking sheet. Add the peppers to the dish with the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly, then place on the baking sheet in a single layer.
• Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 15 to 20 minutes, turning the peppers once with tongs, until the edges of the tofu are just beginning to color and the marinade sets on the surface, and the peppers are sizzling and beginning to color on the edges. Remove from the heat.
• If desired, heat the kimchi in a small pan or saucepan. Spoon rice into 4 wide bowls or onto plates. Top with kimchi, tofu, and peppers. If desired, douse the rice with some of the remaining marinade from the tofu, and serve.

MISO-GARLIC-ROASTED TOFU CAESAR SALAD

Steps:

• Directions 1. Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 425°F. Coat a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. 2. To prepare tofu: Pat tofu dry and cut into 3/4-inch cubes. Combine lemon juice, miso and garlic in a large bowl. Add the tofu and gently toss to coat. Spread the tofu in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake on the upper oven rack, turning two or three times during baking, until browned, for 18 to 20 minutes. 3. To prepare croutons: Toss bread with oil, pepper and salt in a medium bowl. Spread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake on the lower oven rack, turning two or three times during baking, until browned and crisp, for 12 to 14 minutes. 4. To prepare dressing & assemble salad: Whisk oil, lemon juice, miso and garlic in a large bowl. Add lettuce, radicchio and Parmesan; toss to coat. Serve topped with the tofu and croutons. Note: Miso is a fermented soybean paste that adds flavor to dishes like soups, sauces and salad dressings. It is available in different colors, depending on whether it's made with barley-, rice- or soy-based mold. In general, the lighter the color, the milder the flavor. It will keep, in the refrigerator, for at least a year. Any type of miso will work in this recipe. To Make Ahead: Prepare through Step 3; cover and refrigerate tofu and store croutons airtight at room temperature for up to 2 days.

MISO ROASTED TOFU WITH SWEET POTATO

Steps:

• Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Wrap the tofu in kitchen paper, place in a shallow dish and put a heavy plate on top to help squeeze out the water. When the paper is wet, replace with another wrapping and weigh down again. Chop the tofu into medium cubes (about 2.5cm). In a small bowl, mix the dressing together with a whisk.
• Boil the beans for 1 min, then drain, rinse in cold water and set aside. Line a baking tray with parchment, spread out the tofu and pour over half the dressing. Sprinkle the sesame seeds on top and mix well. Bake for 20-25 mins until golden and crisp. Meanwhile, cut the sweet potatoes in half, place in a bowl, cover with cling film and microwave for 10-15 mins until very soft.
• Mash the sweet potato and serve in bowls with the tofu, green beans, the dressing poured over and some spring onions sprinkled on top.