Tofu, Corn and Broccoli Salad

I'm not one for following recipes and in this one, I substitute the tofu for Haloumi for myself, partly because tofu doesn't agree with me and partly because I prefer Haloumi.

Course: Lunch/Dinner

Cuisine: Salads

Difficulty: Easy

Servings

4

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 tsp finely grated lemon rind
  • 1 tsp dried oregano leaves
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 300g firm tofu or haloumi, drained
  • 2 large corncobs, husks and silk removed
  • 1 head (about 300g) broccoli
  • 1 tbsp basil pesto
  • 100g baby rocket
  • 250g mixed cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp shaved parmesan

METHOD

  1. Prep everything:
    1. Finely grate the lemon rind
    2. Cut the tofu/haloumi into 1cm squares
    3. Cut the broccoli into small florets
    4. Halve the cherry tomatoes
  2. Combine the lemon rind, oregano, 1 tbs lemon juice and 1 tsp olive oil in a small bowl. Brush the oregano mixture evenly over the sliced tofu
  3. Heat a frying pan over high heat. Lightly spray the corn with oil
  4. Cook the corn for 8 minutes, turning, or until tender. Remove from pan
  5. Cook tofu or haloumi for 1-2 minutes each side or until lightly browned
  6. Steam broccoli over salted boiling water for 3-4 minutes or until tender
  7. Meanwhile, whisk the pesto, remaining 1 tbs lemon juice and 1 tsp olive oil in a small bowl until combined
  8. Cut the corn cobs into 1.5cm-thick rounds
  9. Combine the corn, rocket, tomato and asparagus in a bowl
  10. Divide among serving plates or place on a large platter
  11. Top with the tofu or haloumi and drizzle with the pesto dressing
  12. Serve sprinkled with parmesan

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