Baby Asian Greens and Tofu Salad

By Praveen Kumar

Ingredients:

  • Watercress – 1 small bunch
  • Baby Bok Choy – 100 gms
  • Wild Rocket Leaves – 100 gms
  • Bean Sprouts – 100 gms, blanched and refreshed
  • Radishes – 4, plump and thinly sliced
  • Spring Onions – 2, sliced
  • Soft Tofu – 200 gms, cut into 1.5 cm cubes

For the Mustard Sesame Dressing:

  • Dijon Mustard – 1 1/2 tblsp
  • Light Olive Oil – 1/3 cup
  • Sesame Oil – 1 tblsp
  • Fish Sauce – 1 tblsp
  • Rice Vinegar – 1 tblsp
  • Fresh Lime Juice – 1 to 2 tsp

Method:

  1. To make the mustard sesame dressing, whisk all the ingredients in a small bowl or shake in a screw-top jar.
  2. Snip the leafy tops from the watercress.
  3. Combine it with the other greens, bean sprouts, radishes and spring onions in a bowl.
  4. Add 2/3rds of the dressing to the salad.
  5. Toss lightly.
  6. Pile the salad onto individual plates.
  7. Add the tofu cubes and drizzle the  remaining dressing over.
  8. Serve.

Praveen Kumar

Praveen Kumar is the Chief Food Officer at Awesome Cuisine, a platform created in 2008 to showcase India's vibrant culinary heritage. Praveen is a passionate foodie and love to cook. Having spent a few years in the retail fast food world, Praveen has been exploring the world of food since his school days. Join him on a flavorful journey.

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