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Cantaloupe, bell pepper, cucumber, basil and tofu balsamic meal salad
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Cantaloupe salad with balsamic-infused tofu

Balsamic-infused tofu, cantaloupe, cucumber and basil are the stars of this fresh bowl! 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Tofu with marinade

  • 1 block (454 g) plain extra-firm tofu cut into cubes
  • ¼ t. (60 ml) black balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tbsp (45 ml) maple syrup
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • ¼ tsp (1.25 ml) pepper

Salad

  • 2 t. (500 ml) of fresh cantaloupe cut into cubes
  • 2 t. (500 ml) yellow peppers cut into cubes
  • 2 t. (500 ml) of cucumbers cut into cubes
  • ½ t. (125 ml) fresh basil chopped
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh chives chopped
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) of hemp seeds
  • 1 drizzle olive or camelina oil

Support

  • Greek pitas or other bread rolls, or whole-grain crackers.

Instructions

  • In a frying pan, caramelize the tofu in the marinade. Cook for about 10 minutes, until tofu cubes are golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine all the salad ingredients.
  • Serve

Notes

Recipe and photo by Marianne Lamy,