Sunday, February 7, 2010

Freakin' awesome Greek Salad with Tofu "Feta"

I made this a few days ago for the first time and loved it. I have used the marinated Tofu "Feta" with other recipes and I love it. (It reminds me of soft mozzarella more than feta, but still yummy) The best part about this salad was that my husband liked it too. If you knew my husband and how picky he is then you would be amazed too. Give it a try and let me know what you think.
Ingredients:
  • 2 tbs red wine vinegar
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • ¼ cup EVOO
  • 2 tomatoes diced
  • 1 cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, and sliced
  • ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cups marinated Tofu “Feta” * (you could use Feta, but I suggest giving this a try, you might like it and you are getting the protein of the soy and not eating fatty cheese filled with hormones, antibiotics, pesticides, and who knows what else)
  • Salad greens (optional, but I used romaine)
  • Pitted black olives (I hate olives so I omitted them and it was still awesome)

Directions: In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, garlic, mustard, salt, and pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil; set dressing aside.
In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, onion and olives if you wish. Gently toss in the marinated Tofu “Feta” and dressing to taste. Serve as a side dish, or on top of salad greens for an entrĂ©e.

*Marinated Tofu “Feta”
  • 2 tbs EVOO
  • 1 1/2 tbs lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper
  • 14-16 oz firm or extra firm tofu, cut into ¾ inch cubes
-In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt and red pepper. Add the tofu and toss gently. Let marinate for at least 1 hour, stir occasionally.

I must give credit to "Skinny Bitch In the Kitch" for this recipe. Thank you!