Make-Ahead Spicy Green Bean Salad with Sesame-Lime Tofu

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
40%
Make-Ahead Spicy Green Bean Salad with Sesame-Lime Tofu
30 min.
2
265kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant and nutritious side dish that’s not only delicious but also easy to prepare? Look no further than this Make-Ahead Spicy Green Bean Salad with Sesame-Lime Tofu! Perfect for those who follow a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or low FODMAP diet, this recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will elevate any meal.

Imagine tender-crisp green beans and zucchini, perfectly blanched to retain their bright color and crunch, tossed with fresh pea shoots and marinated tofu. The tofu, infused with zesty lime juice and roasted to golden perfection, adds a satisfying protein punch. The addition of red pepper flakes gives this dish a spicy kick, while toasted sesame seeds provide a nutty finish that ties everything together beautifully.

Not only is this salad a feast for the eyes, but it’s also a make-ahead marvel! You can prepare it in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prep for the week ahead. Serve it as a side dish or enjoy it on its own for a light lunch. With only 265 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients. Get ready to impress your taste buds and those of your loved ones with this delightful salad!

Ingredients

  • 14 ounce tofu 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • ounces pea shoots 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper red
  • tablespoon sesame seed toasted
  • tablespoon soya sauce 
  • ounces turtle beans green ends trimmed
  •  zucchini halved cut into thin strips

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • pot
  • sieve
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Place block of tofu on paper towels; weigh down with plate and large heavy cans to squeeze out excess liquid for 10 to 15 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat broiler to high heat. Bring pot of salted water to boil; blanch beans and zucchini until tender-crisp and bright green, about 30 seconds, then transfer to a strainer and rinse under cold water until chilled. Dry carefully.
  2. Cut tofu into 1 ½-inch cubes and toss with 1 tablespoon lime juice.
  3. Transfer to foil-lined greased baking sheet and sprinkle with salt and sesame seeds. Broil until browned, 5 to 7 minutes, then flip and continue until browned on other side.
  4. Whisk together remaining lime juice, soy sauce and pepper flakes. Toss pea shoots, zucchini, peans, and tofu together. Dress with sauce and serve immediately, or reserve separately and pack for lunch the next day.

Nutrition Facts

Calories265kcal
Protein35.19%
Fat37.76%
Carbs27.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52
Glycemic Load
2.51
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.251738983652%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.35mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.72mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:265.31kcal
13.27%
Fat:11.6g
17.85%
Saturated Fat:1.41g
8.81%
Carbohydrates:18.7g
6.23%
Net Carbohydrates:13.57g
4.93%
Sugar:3.58g
3.98%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:736.56mg
32.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.33g
48.67%
Vitamin C:75.2mg
91.15%
Folate:144.06µg
36.01%
Calcium:359.44mg
35.94%
Iron:4.89mg
27.16%
Fiber:5.9g
23.59%
Magnesium:67.85mg
16.96%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.42%
Potassium:557.92mg
15.94%
Copper:0.32mg
15.8%
Phosphorus:120.79mg
12.08%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.28%
Vitamin A:525.18IU
10.5%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.67%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.21%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.74%
Vitamin B3:1.06mg
5.29%
Vitamin K:4.83µg
4.6%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.59%
Selenium:1.76µg
2.52%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.34%