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Hot ‘honey’ Tofu Crispy Rice Salad

Hot ‘honey’ Tofu Crispy Rice Salad

  • Author: Rawnis
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Fusion
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A bold and satisfying salad with crispy rice, golden tofu, shaved Brussels sprouts, edamame, avocado, and a sweet spicy hot honey style dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 14 ounces extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into cubes
  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts, thinly shaved
  • 1 cup shelled edamame, cooked and cooled
  • 1 large avocado, diced
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons agave syrup
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, toss the tofu with 1 tablespoon olive oil, cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
  3. On the sheet pan, toss the chilled rice with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt, then spread it out in a thin layer. Arrange the tofu on one side of the pan.
  4. Bake for 25 minutes, stirring the rice and flipping the tofu halfway through, until the tofu is golden and the rice is crispy at the edges.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the shaved Brussels sprouts, edamame, avocado, green onions, and cilantro.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the agave syrup, hot sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  7. Let the tofu and rice cool for 5 minutes, then add them to the vegetables.
  8. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice for the crispiest texture.
  • Press the tofu well so it browns instead of steaming.
  • Add the avocado just before serving to keep it fresh and creamy.
  • Store the components separately for the best leftovers.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 515
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 840mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: hot honey tofu crispy rice salad, vegan tofu salad, crispy rice bowl, spicy sweet tofu salad, Brussels sprouts salad