CELERY, SESAME, AND TOFU SALAD

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Celery, Sesame, and Tofu Salad image

Provided by Alexis Touchet

Categories     Vegetable     Side     Low Carb     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Low Sodium     Low/No Sugar     Summer     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 side dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (14-ounce) block of firm tofu
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
2 teaspoons rice vinegar (not seasoned)
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 large celery ribs
2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Rinse tofu and pat dry, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Arrange slices in 1 layer on a triple thickness of paper towels, then cover with another triple thickness of paper towels. Put a small baking sheet on top of tofu and weight with 3 (1-lb) cans (this removes excess moisture), 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together oils, vinegar, soy sauce, and pepper in a large bowl. Trim celery, then peel with a vegetable peeler and slice very thin diagonally. Cut tofu crosswise into 1/4-inch-wide sticks and transfer to a bowl. Toss gently with dressing, celery, sesame seeds, and salt to taste.

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