Watermelon & Tofu Feta Salad

Tofu Feta

Make this first. The longer it marinates, the better. Overnight is ideal. While it’s doing its thing, prep the salad.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) super or extra firm tofu
• 1 large lemon (or 2 small), zested and juiced, about ⅓ cup (80ml) juice
• 4 tablespoons (60ml) apple cider vinegar (or white balsamic or white wine vinegar)
• 2 tablespoons (30g) light miso paste (chickpea miso works well)
• 3 tablespoons (45ml) filtered water
• 2 tablespoons (10g) nutritional yeast
• 2 teaspoons (6g) garlic granules
• ¼ teaspoon (1.5g) salt (optional)
• ⅛ teaspoon (0.5g) red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 basil leaves, minced
• 1 teaspoon (1g) dried oregano

Equipment

• Tofu press (or a heavy pan and a couple of cans for weights)
• Cutting board and knife
• Medium mixing bowl
• Zester or fine grater
• Citrus juicer (optional but makes life easier)
• Leakproof sealable container (a jar or lidded tub works fine)

Preparation

1. Press the tofu until well drained, then chop into ½” x ¾” (1cm x 2cm) pieces or bite-sized squares.
2. Place the tofu in a leakproof sealable container.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the lemon zest and juice, then stir in all remaining ingredients to make the marinade.
4. Pour the marinade over the tofu, seal the container, and shake to coat.
5. Refrigerate and shake occasionally to distribute the flavors. For best results, marinate overnight, though it’s perfectly enjoyable right away.
6. Serve over salad or anywhere the tangy zip of feta would go, using the marinade as a dressing. Use within 5 days.

Tofu Watermelon Salad

Ingredients

• 1 batch tofu feta (recipe above)
• ½ small watermelon, chopped into bite-sized pieces, about 1.3 lbs (600g)
• 4 radishes (130g), chopped
• 1 cup (150g) cucumber, chopped
• 1 avocado, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 cup (150g) jicama, chopped
• 2 green onions (50g), chopped
• Sprouts (optional)
• 1 tablespoon (15g) sunflower seeds (optional, for garnish)
• Lemon wedges (optional)

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• Cutting board and sharp knife
• Citrus juicer (optional)
• Serving bowl or platter

Preparation

1. Prepare the tofu feta in advance.
2. Prep all vegetables and add them to a large bowl.
3. Add the tofu feta and its marinade and gently stir to combine.
4. Fold in the chopped avocado and fresh herbs.
5. Add garnishes if desired and serve immediately.

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