Meal Kit

Tex-Mex Tofu Salad

with corn and tortilla strips

Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Mild

Cook Within: 7 days

Contains: Milk, Eggs, Soy

  • Vegetarian
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Bringing the Tex-Mex salad to the next level, this tofu bonanza is all about flavors were you don't expect to find them. After all, tofu can sometimes be a bland affair, needing that little extra something. Here it's crumbled and fried, then seasoned with taco seasoning. Added to a fresh salad with corn, cheese, and tomato, tossed in bold chipotle ranch dressing… we've leveled up big time.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 1 Ear of Corn
  • Info
    12 oz. Extra Firm Tofu
  • 1 Romaine Heart
  • 1 Roma Tomato
  • Info
    2 oz. Shredded Cheddar-Jack Cheese
  • Info
    2 oz. Sour Cream
  • Info
    1½ oz. Chipotle Ranch Dressing
  • 1 oz. Tortilla Strips
  • 3 Tbsp. Cornstarch
  • 1 Tbsp. Taco Seasoning
Contains: FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Blue No. 2, and FD&C Red No. 40
Food intolerance information

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    710
  • Carbohydrates
    34g
  • Net Carbs
    26g
  • Fat
    53g
  • Protein
    27g
  • Sodium
    1440mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Hold romaine heart at root end and chop coarsely.

    Remove husk from corn.

    Core tomato and cut into 1/2" dice.

    Use your hands to break tofu into bite-sized pieces. Cover with paper towels, press, and blot dry. Season with 1/4 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper.

  2. 2

    Coat the Tofu

    Place tofu in a mixing bowl and toss with cornstarch, coating tofu completely. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Cook the Tofu

    Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 Tbsp. olive oil and tofu crumbles to hot pan.

    Stir often until browned and crispy, 7-9 minutes. Tofu will continue to break up as it's stirred.

    Remove from burner and toss with taco seasoning.

  4. 4

    Toss the Salad

    In another mixing bowl, combine romaine, half the corn, half the cheese (reserve remaining of both for garnish), and dressing.

    Season with 1/4 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper.

  5. 5

    Garnish the Salad

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping salad with tofu, tomatoes, remaining corn, remaining cheese, and crispy tortilla strips. Garnish with sour cream. Bon appétit!

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