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Peanutty Tofu and Rice Noodle Salad

Garlic-Sesame Green Beans
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Ingredients

  • 1 (14-oz) pkg extra-firm tofu
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 (8-oz) pkg rice noodles
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup dark sesame oil
  • 2 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 4 cups finely shredded cabbage
  • 3 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Place tofu on several layers of paper towels; cover with additional paper towels. Let stand 15 minutes; gently press out moisture.
  2. Cut tofu into cubes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add tofu to skillet. Cook 4 minutes or until golden brown, stirring often.
  4. Break noodles into small pieces; cook according to package directions.
  5. Combine peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, and lime juice.
  6. Combine noodles, tofu, cabbage, carrots, and cilantro in a large bowl; add peanut butter mixture, and toss.

Side Dish Ingredients

  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ lb green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Side Dish Instructions

  1. Sauté garlic in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 1 minute.
  2. Add green beans; cook 5 minutes or until beans are tender. sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutritional Information

Main Side Total
Servings 6 6
Calories
601
79
680
Fat (g) 37 5 42
Sat. Fat (g) 7 0 7
Protein (g) 20 2 22
Carb (g) 53 8 61
Fiber (g) 6 3 9
Sodium (mg) 1111 8 1119

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