Have you been seeing all these viral tofu salad recipes on TikTok and Instagram? If you’re looking for a quick tofu recipe, why not give this Japan/Hawaii fusion cold tofu salad a try? This easy tofu recipe takes only a few ingredients, and it doesn’t use any chili oil, so it’s PERFECT for those who can’t handle spice.

Japan x Hawaii Fusion Tofu Salad

Is this quick tofu side dish Japanese? Hawaiian? Just a generically Asian tofu salad? To be honest, I don’t really know. My family got this recipe from a family friend who is Japanese American and grew up in Hawaii, so I always associated it with local Hawaii type food (like spam musubi). It’s light, refreshing, and somehow a little sweet, even though there’s no added sugar.

In any case, if you’d like to enjoy a super quick tofu recipe that’s got Asian seasonings, this is for you!

How to Make Quick Tofu Salad

All you have to do is layer tofu with shredded lettuce, chopped tomato, canned salmon, and dress with sesame oil and soy sauce. Sprinkle green onions and sesame seeds, and you’re done! I ran out of green onions the day I took photos (I know.. bad Asian), so you won’t see them here. But you should definitely add them. Do as I say, not as I do.

This recipe is perfect to bring to potlucks because it can feed a lot of people, and it’s SO easy to make.

Making Vegan Tofu Salad

If you’re vegan, it’s really easy to turn this tofu salad animal-free. Simply omit the canned fish or feel free to substitute with more veggies.

Asian Tofu Salad Variations

Speaking of substitutions, you can really alter this recipe to your liking. Don’t like salmon? Use tuna. Or imitation crab. Or just omit the fish completely.

Don’t have lettuce? Try subbing pea sprouts or shredded cabbage.

Want something sweeter? Add a little sugar to your dressing. Want something tangier? Add lime or lemon juice, or a splash of rice vinegar.

You can even eat this salad with JUST tofu and dressing. It’s really that flexible.

More Easy Asian Recipes

I hope that this recipe inspires you to make your own version of Asian tofu salad. Looking for more Asian veggie recipes? Give these a try:

Asian tofu salad
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Quick Tofu Salad (Viral Asian Tofu Recipe)

Need a quick, high-protein salad? Give this Japanese American tofu salad a try. It's light and refreshing, and it doesn't use any chili oil, for those of you who don't like spicy foods.
Servings: 4 people
Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 blocks tofu
  • 1 cup lettuce, shredded
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1 can boneless salmon, flaked
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup Japanese soy sauce
  • toasted white sesame seeds, for sprinkling

Instructions
 

  • In a casserole or 8×8" dish, place tofu.
  • Layer lettuce, tomato, and flaked salmon on top.
  • Pour sesame oil and soy sauce over the ingredients.
  • Sprinkle green onion and sesame seeds on top to taste.
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