Refreshing Tomato and Tofu Salad with Shio Kombu
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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Recipe Ingredients
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this salad recipe:
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!
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Refreshing Tomato and Tofu Salad with Shio Kombu
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!
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).
Video
Nutrition
This nutritional information is estimated and provided for general reference only.
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