Tofu “Caprese” Salad

For a fresh taste of summer, try this weight-loss version of the classic Caprese! And, if you are in maintenance rather than active weight loss, substitute some Burrata or Buffalo Mozzarella for the tofu. Check out the recipe below.

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces extra-firm tofu

• ½ tsp salt

• 2 tsp apple cider vinegar

• 2 cups spring mix greens or baby arugula

• 1 medium tomato, cut into 6 thick slices (or different-colored tomatoes)

• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves

• 1 tbsp Ideal Protein (or Walden Farms) Classic Balsamic Dressing

• Black pepper to taste

• Flaky sea salt to taste, optional. 

Place the tofu on a small plate. Top with another small plate and press down with a small weight, like a can of tuna. Let drain for about 10 minutes. Pour off the water and slice the tofu into 6 slices. Return the tofu to the plate in a single layer and sprinkle with the salt and vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes.

Place the greens on a large plate. Pour the vinegar off from the tofu and over the greens and toss. Fan the slices of tofu and tomato and the basil leaves over the greens, alternating each. Thinly slice any remaining basil leaves and sprinkle on top.

Drizzle with the dressing and sprinkle with pepper. Sprinkle with flaky salt, if desired.