Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

broccoli crown

cut into small florets

8 ounce

baked tofu

diced

2 unit

mango

peeled and diced

2 unit

celery stalks

sliced diagonally

0.33 cup

walnuts

chopped

0.33 cup

vegan mayonnaise

0.33 cup

mango chutney

1 unit

mixed baby greens

as needed

1 unit

green sprouts

as needed

Step 1
~1 min

Cut the broccoli crown into small florets.

Step 2
~1 min

Steam the broccoli florets in a large saucepan until bright green and just tender-crisp, about 3 minutes.

Step 3
~1 min

Transfer the steamed broccoli to a colander and rinse with cool water until it stops steaming.

Key Technique: Steaming
Step 4
~1 min

Dice or cut the baked tofu into strips.

Step 5
~1 min

Peel and dice the mango (or drain the canned pineapple).

Step 6
~1 min

Slice the celery stalks diagonally.

Step 7
~1 min

Chop the walnuts (if using).

Step 8
~1 min

In a mixing bowl, combine the steamed broccoli, diced tofu, diced mango (or pineapple), sliced celery, and chopped walnuts (if using).

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 9
~1 min

Stir the ingredients together gently.

Step 10
~1 min

In a separate small bowl, combine the vegan mayonnaise and mango chutney (or other fruit chutney).

Step 11
~1 min

Stir the mayonnaise and chutney until smoothly blended.

Step 12
~1 min

Pour the chutney mayonnaise dressing into the salad and toss gently to coat.

Step 13
~1 min

To serve, divide the mixed baby greens among individual plates.

Step 14
~1 min

Mound a small amount of the tofu salad on top of the greens on each plate.

Step 15
~1 min

Top the salad with green sprouts (sweet pea shoots, broccoli sprouts, or other sprouts).

Step 16
~1 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.

If using canned pineapple, pat it dry thoroughly to prevent a watery salad.

Toast the walnuts for enhanced flavor.

Customize the salad with other tropical fruits like papaya or pineapple.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The salad can be made a few hours in advance, but add the dressing just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a light lunch or side dish.

Pair with grilled tofu or tempeh for a complete meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled tofu skewers
Coconut rice
Spring rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion (Inspired by Southeast Asian and Western cuisines)

Cultural Significance

Reflects a modern, global approach to food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Picnic
Summer
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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