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Buffalo Tofu Tahini Ranch Salad

Buffalo tofu is one of my favorite ways to eat tofu. Paired with a homemade tahini ranch dressing, it's such comforting, satisfying meal!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 3 people
Calories 1 kcal

Ingredients
  

Tahini Ranch

  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 3-4 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder + onion powder
  • 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tbsp chives
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tbsp everything but the bagel seasoning optional
  • 1/4 cup water or unsweetened milk to thin
  • 1/2 tbsp dried dill

Buffalo Tofu

  • 1 Block Extra firm Tofu
  • 1/4 cup tapioca flour
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/3 cup buffalo sauce
  • 2 tbps nutritional yeast
  • sea salt + pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375F. To make the ranch, combine all ingredients in a blender, blending until smooth. Store in a mason jar or air-tight container.
  • After pressing and draining the tofu, cut into cubes.
  • Add the cubes to a large bowl and drizzle over the olive oil (or spray using avocado/olive oil spray). Sprinkle over the nutritional yeast, garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss.
  • Sprinkle half of the tapioca flour over the tofu and give it a good toss. Then add the remaining flour, tossing once more. Spread the tofu onto a lined baking sheet.
  • Air fry or bake, tossing every 15 minutes or so, until golden and baked to your liking! Remove from the oven and add to to your favorite salad, bowl, etc. Top with the dressing and enjoy!
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