Asian-inspired
Miso-Honey Tofu and Mango Lettuce Cups
Crisp lettuce cups hold caramelized tofu, ripe mango, herbs, and crunchy vegetables in a sweet-savory bite.
25 min 4 Easy
Ingredients
- extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed14 oz
- white miso paste2 tbsp
- honey1 tbsp
- lime juice1 tbsp
- sesame oil1 tsp
- mango, diced1 cup
- butter lettuce leaves12
- carrot, julienned1 medium
- cucumber, diced1 cup
- mint leaves1/4 cup
- crushed roasted cashews1/4 cup
Method
- 1Whisk the miso, honey, lime juice, and sesame oil into a loose glaze.
- 2Sear the tofu in a lightly oiled skillet until the sides are crisp and golden.
- 3Pour the glaze into the pan and toss until the tofu is evenly coated and sticky.
- 4Arrange the lettuce leaves on a platter and fill each with tofu, mango, carrot, cucumber, and mint.
- 5Sprinkle with crushed cashews and serve immediately.
- 6Add a final squeeze of lime if you want a brighter finish.
Tips
- Press the tofu well so it browns instead of steaming.
- Use very ripe mango for sweetness to balance the salty miso glaze.
Nutrition
280
calories
15
protein
22
carbs
15
fat
4
fiber
11
sugar