Best Penne Crispy Tofu And Gr Bean Salad Recipes

Sesame Tofu Salad image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar, plus more if needed
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons brown sugar, plus more if needed
3/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Pinch red pepper flakes
2 cloves garlic, minced
2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
One 14-ounce package extra-firm tofu, cut into cubes
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
One 10-ounce package mixed greens
1 cup red grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced
One 11-ounce can mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

To make the dressing: Put the soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, brown sugar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, garlic and 2/3 cup of the olive oil into a blender. Blend until completely emulsified. Taste the dressing and adjust to your taste, adding more vinegar or sugar as needed. Pour half of the dressing into a jar and refrigerate for the salad.
Put the tofu cubes into a bowl and pour over the remaining dressing. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.
Remove the tofu from the dressing and pat dry. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the tofu on all sides until nicely browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Toss in the sesame seeds and cook for another minute. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.
To assemble the salad, put the mixed greens, halved tomatoes and sliced onion in a large bowl. Pour on half the remaining dressing, reserving the rest for later use. Toss to coat. Arrange the tofu and mandarin oranges all over the greens. Serve immediately.

Penne and Tuna Pasta Salad image

Provided by cervantesbrandi

Time 13m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups penne pasta
1 (6 ounce) can tuna (I used the kind in the pouch)
2 celery ribs (cut in half lengthwise and chopped)
1/2 small white onion (chopped)
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/3 cup frozen peas (thawed)
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon celery salt (or to taste, I add a little under 1/2 tsp)
black pepper

Steps:

Cook the penne according to the package instructions. Strain the water and set aside to cool, or run under cold water.
In a large bowl mix the rest of the ingredients. Fold in the penne until the pasta is completely mixed inches.
Enjoy!

Green Bean and Tofu Salad With Peanut Dressing image

Provided by Genevieve Ko

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Salt
1/4 cup crunchy peanut butter
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more for sprinkling
12 ounces green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch lengths
1 (14-ounce) box extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, stir the peanut butter, hoisin, lime juice, sugar and red-pepper flakes in a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons boiling water from the saucepan to the peanut dressing and stir well. The dressing should be runny but still thick. If needed, stir in another tablespoon boiling water.
Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook until brighter in color and just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain well, rinse under cold water until cool, then drain again. Transfer the green beans and tofu to the peanut dressing and stir gently until evenly coated. Season to taste with salt, then sprinkle with more red-pepper flakes. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Vegan Summer Three-Bean Salad With Tofu and Soy Vinaigrette image

Provided by Elaine Louie

Time 1h

Yield 4 main course or 6 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

For the tofu-soy vinaigrette:
1 cup silken tofu
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons sambal oelek chili paste
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 cup canola oil
For the radishes and beans:
1 pound radishes, preferably a mix of different kinds, trimmed and thinly sliced
Salt
2 pounds fresh beans, preferably a mix of three kinds, such as green, yellow wax, and Romano, or haricot verts, snow peas and sugar snap peas, trimmed
For the tofu croutons:
4 cups vegetable oil, or as needed
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 pound firm tofu, patted dry and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Salt
1 to 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds, lightly toasted
1 to 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds, lightly toasted.

Steps:

For the tofu-soy vinaigrette: In a blender, combine the tofu, soy sauce, sugar, sambal oelek, vinegar and sesame oil. Blend until smooth. With the motor running at medium-low speed, slowly add the canola oil; the vinaigrette will become very thick. May be covered and refrigerated for up to a week.
For the beans and radishes: Prepare two bowls of ice mixed with water. Place the sliced radishes in one of the ice baths. Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to boil. Add the beans and boil until they are crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain under cold water, then place in the remaining ice bath to chill. Drain well and set aside.
For the tofu croutons: Pour oil into a wok or small deep-fryer over high heat, and heat to 350 degrees. Meanwhile, put cornstarch into a wide, shallow bowl, and add tofu, tossing gently to coat. Working in batches, if needed, deep-fry the tofu until golden and crispy, 5 to 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain. Season with salt, and set aside.
Drain the radishes well, and place in a large bowl. Add blanched beans, and toss to mix. Add vinaigrette to taste, reserving any excess for another use. Mix well, and season with salt to taste. To serve, place in individual serving plates or bowls, top with tofu croutons, and sprinkle with black and white sesame seeds.