Name: Refreshing Tomato and Tofu Salad with Shio Kombu
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 Tomato; 1 tsp Shio Kombu; ½ Tbsp Soy Sauce; ½ Tbsp Sesame Oil; ½ block Tofu

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Even on hot days when you’re not feeling very hungry, this tomato and tofu salad is a great choice! Simply top tofu with tomatoes seasoned with shio kombu, and you’ve got a refreshing salad ready in 5 minutes!

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Tomato and tofu salad served on a plate.

Recipe Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this salad recipe:

Tomatoes: Use a whole tomato, or swap in cherry tomatoes, if you prefer.
Tofu: Both firm and silken tofu work well—just give it a quick drain before using.
Shio Kombu: An umami-packed seasoning made from kelp and soy-based flavors. If you don’t have it, you can substitute with regular kombu or a bit of dashi powder.
Soy Sauce: Adjust the amount to taste.
Sesame Oil: Adds a fragrant aroma and a nice finishing touch.

How To Make Tomato and Tofu Salad: STEP BY STEP

Here are some quick visual instructions! For the video and all the detailed ingredients and instructions, go to the printable recipe card below.

Step 1

Cut tomatoes into small pieces.

Step 2

Mix with soy sauce, shio kombu, and sesame oil.

Step 3

Drain and cut the tofu, then arrange it on a plate.

Step 4

Top with the seasoned tomatoes.

A delicious and refreshing tomato salad is ready—perfect for hot days when you crave something light and cooling!

Recipe Tips

Tofu naturally releases moisture over time, so it’s best to enjoy this salad right after making it.
If you’re not eating it right away, press the tofu for about 10 minutes to remove excess water.
Looking for a variation? Use more tofu and serve it as hiyayakko (chilled tofu).

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Refreshing Tomato and Tofu Salad with Shio Kombu

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Prep: 5

Total: 5

Servings: 2

Author: Juri Austin

This tomato and tofu salad is a great choice even on hot days when you’re not feeling very hungry. Simply top tofu with tomatoes seasoned with shio kombu, and you have a refreshing salad ready in 5 minutes!

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare the Tomato: Cut the tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a bowl. Add soy sauce, salted kelp, and sesame oil, then mix well.
Prepare the Tofu: Drain the tofu and cut it into bite-sized cubes.
Serve: Arrange the tofu on a plate and place the seasoned tomatoes over the top. Enjoy!

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Notes

Tofu naturally releases moisture over time, so it’s best to enjoy this salad right after making it.
If you’re not eating it right away, press the tofu for about 10 minutes to remove excess water.
Looking for a variation? Use more tofu and serve it as hiyayakko (chilled tofu).

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 10g

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Japanese

Keyword: tomato and tofu salad

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Refreshing Tomato and Tofu Salad with Shio Kombu

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