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Sesame Tofu Slaw

Recipe by Baked by Melissa on InstagramAdded 13 November 2026.

20 minutes to prep, 10 to cook. A vibrant, crunchy slaw tossed with a tangy sesame‑lemon dressing and topped with golden seared tofu. Fresh vegetables, aromatic ginger and garlic, and umami‑rich miso create a bright, satisfying flavor perfect for a quick vegan lunch or dinner.

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Method

  1. Add the carrot, cucumbers, red pepper, shredded cabbage, red onion, cilantro, and parsley to a large bowl.

  2. In a blender, combine lemon juice, olive oil, toasted sesame oil, grated garlic, grated ginger, tamari, rice vinegar, honey, salt, black pepper, nutritional yeast, and white miso paste; blend until smooth to make the dressing.

  3. Dress the slaw with 0.5 cup of the dressing and toss to coat evenly.

  4. Press excess liquid from the tofu, cut into 1" cubes, and place in a medium bowl; toss with the remaining dressing and let sit for 5 minutes.

  5. Heat a small frying pan over medium heat, spray with avocado oil, and cook the tofu for 7–9 minutes until seared on all sides.

  6. Return the tofu to the bowl with the slaw and toss while still warm.

  7. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the tofu and serve the tofu over the slaw, garnishing with additional sesame seeds.

Tips while you cook

Dress slaw before adding tofu
Toss the vegetables with half of the dressing before mixing in the tofu.
Marinate tofu briefly
Let the cubed tofu sit in the remaining dressing for 5 minutes before cooking.
Dry tofu for better sear
Press excess liquid from the tofu before cutting into cubes to promote browning.
Pan‑sear tofu on medium heat
Cook the tofu in a lightly oiled pan over medium heat for 7–9 minutes until golden on all sides.

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