This innovative tofu salad dressing offers a creamy, dairy-free alternative to traditional mayonnaise-based dressings. By blending soft tofu with zesty white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and aromatic thyme, you create a sauce that is both nutritious and flavorful. The texture is smooth and luxurious, coating greens perfectly without feeling heavy. It is an excellent choice for vegans and vegetarians looking to add protein to their salads. Perfect for drizzling over Caesar salads, mixed greens, or as a dip for raw vegetables. This recipe is quick to prepare, requiring no cooking skills other than blending, making it an ideal addition to your weekly meal prep routine.
Tofu Salad Dressing
Description
This innovative tofu salad dressing offers a creamy, dairy-free alternative to traditional mayonnaise-based dressings. By blending soft tofu with zesty white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and aromatic thyme, you create a sauce that is both nutritious and flavorful. The texture is smooth and luxurious, coating greens perfectly without feeling heavy. It is an excellent choice for vegans and vegetarians looking to add protein to their salads. Perfect for drizzling over Caesar salads, mixed greens, or as a dip for raw vegetables. This recipe is quick to prepare, requiring no cooking skills other than blending, making it an ideal addition to your weekly meal prep routine.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring a small pot of water to a boil.
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Add the soft tofu to the boiling water and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
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Drain the tofu and place it on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
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Place the drained tofu, minced garlic, water, white wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, thyme, and pepper into a food processor or blender.
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Blend the mixture until completely smooth and creamy.
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Transfer the dressing to a bowl and stir in the fresh chopped parsley.
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Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 61.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 4.3g7%
- Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1236.0mg52%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.2g3%
- Dietary Fiber 3.5g15%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 1.5g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Blanching the tofu helps remove any beany flavor and improves the texture of the final dressing.
For a non-vegetarian Caesar-style variation, reduce the salt to a pinch. Blend 4 anchovies with the mustard mixture before adding the tofu. Add 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese along with the tofu.
This dressing yields approximately 1 cup. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Stir well before using as separation may occur.
You can adjust the consistency by adding more water for a thinner dressing or less water for a thicker dip.
