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    Home » Recipes » Sandwiches, Wraps, and Burgers

    Modified: Aug 29, 2022 · Published: Sep 4, 2021 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Curried Tofu Salad

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    This Curried Tofu Salad is sweet and savory. It's quick and easy to make and tastes great by itself or in a sandwich.

    Curried Tofu Salad sandwich with a bowlful in the background.

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    This Curried Tofu Salad is one of the easiest recipes you can make and one of the tastiest, in my opinion.

    I love the contrast of sweet and savory flavors and the different textures from crunchy peanuts to chewy cranberries to soft tofu.

    This creamy tofu salad is perfect for a brown bag lunch or potluck. Use it as a sandwich filling or in a wrap for easy transport.

    When you crumble tofu it has an egg-like consistency, which I used in my Vegan Egg Salad. This eggless salad is similar but with curry flavors.

    My Jackfruit Tuna Salad Sandwich and Green Goddess Sandwich are also great for a quick lunch.

    If you love curry, check out my Green Curry with Tofu and Vegetables. Other tofu recipes to try are my Tofu Bacon and Buffalo Tofu Sandwich recipe.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 🍽 Serving
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • 🥪 Other Vegan Sandwiches
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    • 📋 Recipe
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • Made with whole foods, it is sweet and savory.
    • It is made in minutes.
    • It is a healthy lunch; perfect for brown bagging it to work.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    • Firm tofu: A firm tofu block or a block of extra firm tofu works best for this recipe. I buy tofu that is packed in water found in the refrigerated section of the grocery store. You could also use chickpeas, soy curls, or tempeh.
    • Carrots: Adds sweetness. You could also use chopped crisp celery or red peppers.
    • Dried cranberries: Adds sweetness. You could also use dried cherries, sweet raisins, golden raisins, or dried mango.
    • Green onions: A red onion would also work.
    • Apples: I used Granny Smith apples because I like the tart flavor, but you could use your favorite variety. You could also use grapes instead.
    • Vegan mayo: Adds a creamy texture and tangy flavor. You could also use unsweetened vegan yogurt.
    • Curry powder: Adds the curry flavor.
    • Peanuts: I used roasted peanuts, but you could also use roasted cashews, walnuts, or almonds.
    • Salt and black pepper: Enhances flavors and adds flavor. I like to use sea salt.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Dressing ingredients in a mixing bowl before mixing.

    Step 1: Add vegan mayonnaise and curry powder to a medium bowl.

    Dressing mixture in a mixing bowl after  mixing.

    Step 2: Mix until smooth and creamy.

    Tofu, salt, and pepper added to bowl

    Step 3: Slice or crumble the tofu. Add the crumbled or cubed tofu to the mayo mixture. Add salt and pepper.

    Mixture in a mixing bowl after mixing.

    Step 4: Mix until combined.

    The rest of ingredients added to the tofu mixture.

    Step 5: Add grated carrots, dried cranberries, chopped green onion, chopped apple, and peanuts.

    Mixture in a mixing bowl after mixing.

    Step 6: Stir to combine.

    Curried Tofu Salad in a wood bowl.

    🍽 Serving

    This curry tofu salad can be eaten by itself, with crackers, on a bed of greens, in a lettuce or tortilla wrap, in lettuce cups, or in a sandwich.

    Curried Tofu Salad sandwich on a cutting board.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What type of tofu should I use?

    I like firm or extra-firm tofu for this recipe. I always buy the kind packed in water found in the refrigerated section of the grocery store.

    Do I need to press the tofu?

    No, for this tofu curry salad, you do not need to use a tofu press. You only need to drain the block of tofu.

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    This recipe was originally published on March 15, 2016. I've added new photos and more text.

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    Curried Tofu Salad
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    Curried Tofu Salad

    This Curried Tofu Salad is sweet and savory. It's quick and easy to make, and tastes great by itself or in a sandwich.
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Fusion, Indian inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes minutes
    Servings 6
    Calories 298kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • 15 ounces firm tofu drained
    • 1 cup grated carrots
    • ½ cup dried cranberries
    • ¼ cup chopped green onion
    • ½ cup chopped Granny Smith apple
    • ½ cup vegan mayo
    • 1 ½ teaspoon curry powder
    • ½ cup roasted peanuts
    • Salt and pepper
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    Instructions

    • Mix curry powder and vegan mayo together in a bowl.
    • Slice or crumble tofu and add to the bowl. Mix and add salt and pepper.
    • Add carrots, dried cranberries, green onion, apple, and peanuts. Mix thoroughly.

    Notes

    This tofu salad recipe will last up to 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 178mg | Potassium: 193mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 3605IU | Vitamin C: 2.6mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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    1. Jetta says

      October 27, 2024 at 4:35 pm

      Sounds great, will be using vegan yogurt to avoid the fat in the vegan mayo.5 stars

      Reply
    2. Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

      March 17, 2016 at 11:56 pm

      I love curried tofu! This one sounds delicious - a perfect fast lunch to make while I'm working from home.

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        March 18, 2016 at 3:44 pm

        You're right - it is a fast easy lunch!

        Reply
    3. Brittany Lockwood says

      March 16, 2016 at 10:02 pm

      This salad sounds yummy! I'll have to try it.

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        March 17, 2016 at 4:56 pm

        Thanks Brittany!

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    4. Leah says

      March 16, 2016 at 3:45 pm

      This sounds fantastic! I love the touch of apple in it, too!

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      • Willow Moon says

        March 16, 2016 at 4:55 pm

        Thanks Leah!

        Reply
    5. klauss says

      March 16, 2016 at 1:28 pm

      Main ingredients, each separately and all together, it's a bunch of vitamins. And just delicious. But vegan Mayo is what? Yogurt, sour cream?

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        March 16, 2016 at 4:54 pm

        Here are the ingredients from the vegan mayo I use, which is Vegenaise: Expeller-Pressed Canola Oil, Filtered Water, Brown Rice Syrup, Apple Cider Vinegar, Soy Protein, Sea Salt, Mustard Flour, Lemon Juice Concentrate.

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    6. Amanda | Maple Alps says

      March 16, 2016 at 12:02 pm

      This looks and sounds delicious! I think I may have to try this and take it on a picnic! That's what it kind of reminds me of 🙂

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        March 16, 2016 at 4:52 pm

        Most definitely - or a light lunch.

        Reply
    7. Candy kage says

      March 16, 2016 at 10:05 am

      I now enjoy tofu. Which my hubby would feel the same. This salad looks yummy.

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        March 16, 2016 at 4:52 pm

        I go through the same thing! I really love tofu, but I meet many people who do not. I think if they just saw it as a blank canvas that can take on whatever flavors you introduce to it, they would enjoy it.

        Reply
    8. sweetteasweetie (@SweetTSweetie) says

      March 16, 2016 at 9:00 am

      Yum! Great use of curry!
      Kari

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      • Willow Moon says

        March 16, 2016 at 4:50 pm

        Thanks Kari!

        Reply
    9. Lara @MommyKazam says

      March 16, 2016 at 8:18 am

      This sounds delicious! Perfect idea for having a veggie option for summer get togethers 🙂

      Reply
    10. lindaspiker says

      March 16, 2016 at 7:45 am

      What a beautiful salad!

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      • Willow Moon says

        March 16, 2016 at 4:49 pm

        Thanks Linda!

        Reply

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