Hot Salad Recipe (With Potatoes, Avocado, Tofu, Zucchini)
Description: A tantalizingly delicious healthy salad that harmonizes the crisp freshness of a regular cold salad with the sizzling allure of hot toppings! The amalgamation of varied textures and flavors in this salad consistently makes it a top-request from all my friends, regardless of their culinary preferences! This recipe thrives on versatility, making it perfect for impromptu gatherings where guest numbers can vary unpredictably. And if you find yourself with excess toppings, fret not – they all shine as standalone delights!
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fresh greens | – |
| Tomatoes | 1 |
| Carrot | 1 |
| Avocado | 1 |
| Extra firm tofu | 0.5 |
| New potatoes | 2 |
| Salt | – |
| Pepper | – |
| Garlic powder | – |
| Zucchini | 1 |
| Squash | 1 |
Dressing Ingredients:
- Pre-made Italian dressing
- Honey-Dijon mustard
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 214.3
- Fat: 9.6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 33mg
- Carbohydrates: 27.9g
- Fiber: 7.4g
- Sugar: 5.1g
- Protein: 8.1g
Recipe Instructions:
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Cold Preparation:
- Begin by assembling individual salad bowls with the ingredients for a regular cold salad: fresh greens, chopped carrots, and diced tomatoes.
- Peel and slice the avocado into delightful chunks, then add them to the salad bowls. Set aside.
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Oven Preparation:
- Dice the new potatoes into small cubes and place them on a cooking sheet.
- Spritz them with Pam, and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder if desired.
- Bake the potatoes until they achieve a delectable crispiness.
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Stovetop Preparation:
- Slice the zucchini and squash into 1/2 cm thick circular wedges.
- Sauté them over medium-high heat, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
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Tofu Preparation:
- Cut the tofu into small rectangles, gently squeezing off any excess water.
- Place them in a non-stick frying pan with Pam sprayed underneath and over them.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then sauté until they turn golden brown or achieve a slight crispiness on the outside.
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Assembly:
- Once the hot ingredients are perfectly cooked, divide them evenly onto the top of each salad bowl, tailoring the contents of each bowl according to personal preferences.
- For an added treat, marinate sliced portabello mushrooms in Newman’s Own Balsamic vinaigrette, then broil them along with the potatoes. Add them to the top of the salad for an extra kick!
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Dressing:
- Pour the pre-made Italian dressing into a shakeable container, or leave it in the bottle if using it all.
- Add a generous amount of honey-Dijon mustard to the dressing.
- Shake thoroughly until the flavors meld perfectly, adjusting to achieve just the right kick for your taste buds!
Enjoy the delightful combination of hot and cold sensations, textures, and flavors in this sensational Hot Salad! As you embark on this culinary journey, embrace the spirit of throw-cooking, infusing each step with your unique creativity and zest for flavor exploration. 🥗
