Lime Crunch Noodle Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Baked Tofu or Edamame
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1 lb super firm tofu
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp tamari
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1 tbsp avocado oil
→ Noodle Salad
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180g bean thread noodles or rice vermicelli
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2 cups green cabbage, shredded
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2 cups red cabbage, shredded
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2 shallots, thinly sliced
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1 tbsp avocado oil
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1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning (salt-free)
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3 radishes, julienned
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2 scallions, thinly sliced
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1 jalapeno, thinly sliced (optional)
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1/2 cup cilantro leaves, minced
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1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
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Kosher salt, to taste
→ Hoisin Sauce
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1 tbsp hoisin sauce (gluten-free if needed)
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3 tbsp tamari or coconut aminos
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp maple syrup
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1 tsp grated fresh ginger
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Juice of half a lime
→ Roasted Tajin Cashews
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1/2 cup roasted cashews, unsalted and roughly chopped
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Zest and juice of half a lime
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1/2 tsp Tajin seasoning
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 425°F. Grate the tofu using the largest holes on a box grater over a lined baking tray. Combine rice vinegar, tamari, smoked paprika, cornstarch, and toss to coat evenly. Spread the tofu out in a single layer and bake for 15 minutes. Stir and bake for another 5-10 minutes until edges are crispy.
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On a separate tray, toss shredded cabbage, shallots, lemon pepper seasoning, avocado oil, and a pinch of kosher salt. Spread mixture into an even layer and roast on the bottom oven rack for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through.
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Prepare bean thread noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
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Add roasted cabbage, tofu, scallions, radishes, jalapeno (if using), cilantro, and mint to the bowl of noodles. Toss together.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, tamari, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, grated ginger, and lime juice.
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Pour the hoisin dressing over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to combine.
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In a small bowl, toss roasted cashews with lime zest, lime juice, and Tajin seasoning until evenly coated.
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Divide salad into individual bowls and garnish with roasted Tajin cashews before serving.
# Notes:
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For extra fiber, swap tofu with edamame, peas, or fava beans.
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Use low sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos for reduced sodium.
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Super firm tofu is vacuum packaged; extra firm tofu requires pressing before use.
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Save time by using pre-shredded cabbage or pre-seasoned cashews.