Orange-Sesame Tofu and Fennel Salad

This Orange-Sesame Tofu and Fennel Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines crispy tofu marinated in a zesty orange-sesame dressing with fresh fennel, juicy orange segments, and mixed greens.

Ingredients:

• 1 block tofu, pressed and cut into cubes
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• 1/4 cup orange juice
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• 2 tbsp soy sauce
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• 1 tbsp sesame oil
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• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
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• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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• 1 tsp grated ginger
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• 1 clove garlic, minced
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• 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
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• 1 orange, peeled and segmented
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• 2 cups mixed greens
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• 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
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• Salt and pepper, to taste
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Instructions:

In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, and garlic to make the marinade

Place tofu cubes in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them

Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours

Preheat oven to 400F 200C

Place marinated tofu cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tofu is golden and crispy

In a large bowl, combine sliced fennel, orange segments, mixed greens, and toasted sesame seeds

Add baked tofu cubes to the salad

Season with salt and pepper, to taste

Toss everything together gently

Serve immediately and enjoy!