Sesame Crusted Tofu Brussels Sprouts Salad
This Sesame Crusted Tofu Brussels Sprouts Salad is quick, light and protein packed. Raw shaved brussels sprouts and baked tofu in a maple dressing.
Equipment
Ingredients
FOR THE SESAME TOFU
- 1 block super firm tofu see notes
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 cup everything but the bagel seasoning see notes
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs or sub GF breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt see notes
- oil spray
- 3 green onions chopped, for serving
FOR THE BRUSSELS SPROUTS
- 1 pound brussels sprouts shaved
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1/2 lime juiced
FOR THE SPICY MAYO
- 2 tablespoons vegan mayo
- 1/2 lime juiced
- sriracha to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray the paper with oil.
- Combine the soy sauce and maple syrup in a bowl. Slice the tofu into 6 rectangles. Place the tofu in a shallow dish and pour the sauce over it. Marinate for 10 minutes - or longer, if you have the time.
- Combine the everything seasoning, panko and dry seasonings in a shallow bowl. Dip each piece of tofu in the everything seasoning and gently press it into every side of the tofu. Place the tofu on the baking sheet and spray the top with more oil. Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes. Flip and cook for another 5-10 minutes, or until crispy.
- While the tofu is cooking, add all of the brussels sprouts ingredients to a large bowl and toss to combine. Set aside.
- Add all of the spicy mayo ingredients to a bowl and mix to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed. Set aside.
- Pull the tofu out of the oven, slice it and place it on top of the brussels sprouts. Drizzle with spicy mayo and top with green onions. Serve and enjoy.
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Notes
- I used "protein" tofu which is very firm and doesn't require pressing. If you use extra firm or firm tofu, be sure to press it for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
- I used everything seasoning with NO salt. If your everything seasoning has salt already, then omit the additional salt.
- To make this GF, sub the soy sauce for tamari and the panko for GF breadcrumbs.
- If making this ahead of time, mix the brussels sprouts dressing on the side and add right before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 19g