Name: Easy Japanese Tofu Salad Recipe with Wasabi Soy Dressing
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 3 heads Lettuce; 1/2 Avocado; 1/3 Cucumber; 1 Tomato; 1/2 Yutaka Silken Tofu (diced); 3 tbsp Yutaka Reduced Salt Soy Sauce Gluten Free; Yutaka Wasabi Paste (to taste); Mayonnaise (Optional); Shredded Nori Seaweed

Easy Japanese Tofu Salad Recipe with Wasabi Soy Dressing

2Serving145kcalSidesEasyJapaneseVegetarian

2026.08.27

Written by: Shop Yutaka Admin

Fresh, colourful and full of Japanese-inspired flavour, this easy Japanese Tofu Salad combines smooth tofu with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, tomato and lettuce, finished with a simple wasabi soy dressing. A sprinkle of shredded nori adds extra umami and a subtle taste of the sea.

Ready in around 15 minutes, this quick tofu salad recipe is perfect for a light lunch, side dish or refreshing Japanese-style meal. Adjust the amount of Yutaka Wasabi Paste to suit your preferred level of heat, and add mayonnaise if you would like a creamier dressing.

Ingredients

Salad

3 headsLettuce
1/2Avocado
1/3Cucumber
1Tomato
1/2Yutaka Silken Tofu (diced)

Dressing

Toppings

Shredded Nori Seaweed

Cooking Steps

Chop avocado, cucumber and tomato. Tear lettuce into pieces and mix in a bowl with the other vegetables.
Chop tofu and mix carefully with the rest of the vegetables in the bowl.
Mix Yutaka Soy Sauce and Yutaka Wasabi Paste to make a dressing. Dress the salad and sprinkle with sliced Yutaka Sushi Nori Seaweed. Serve.

Tips

1. Drain the tofu before adding it
Gently drain excess liquid from the tofu before cutting it into cubes. This prevents extra moisture from diluting the wasabi soy dressing and helps the salad retain a fresh texture.

2. Handle silken tofu gently
Yutaka Silken Tofu has a soft, smooth texture, so fold it into the vegetables carefully rather than stirring vigorously. This helps keep the tofu cubes intact. Yutaka specifically recommends its silken tofu for salads as well as soups and desserts.

3. Add the wasabi gradually
Wasabi can quickly become overpowering. Start with a small amount, mix it thoroughly with the soy sauce and taste before adding more. Yutaka Wasabi Paste is specifically suitable for adding to salad dressings as well as sushi and sashimi.

4. Add mayonnaise for a creamy wasabi dressing
For a richer, milder dressing, mix a small amount of mayonnaise into the soy sauce and wasabi. This softens the heat of the wasabi and creates a creamy dressing that works particularly well with avocado and tofu.

5. Add nori just before serving
Sprinkle sliced Yutaka Sushi Nori over the salad immediately before serving. This helps it retain its crisp texture while adding savoury umami flavour.

FAQ

Q.What is Japanese Tofu Salad?

A.Japanese Tofu Salad is a light salad combining tofu and fresh vegetables with Japanese-style seasonings such as soy sauce, wasabi and nori. This easy version combines silken tofu, avocado, cucumber, tomato and lettuce with a simple wasabi soy dressing, making it suitable as a refreshing side dish or light meal.

Q.How do you make Wasabi Soy Dressing for Tofu Salad?

A.To make a simple wasabi soy dressing, mix soy sauce with a small amount of wasabi paste and adjust the heat to taste. For a creamier dressing, you can also add mayonnaise. Start with a little wasabi and gradually increase the amount, as its pungent flavour can be quite strong. Yutaka Wasabi Paste is suitable for dressings and marinades as well as traditional sushi dishes.

Q.Is Japanese Tofu Salad vegan?

A.This Japanese Tofu Salad can be vegan when made without regular mayonnaise or with a vegan mayonnaise alternative. Tofu, vegetables, nori and Yutaka Wasabi Paste are suitable for a plant-based version; Yutaka Wasabi Paste is labelled suitable for vegans and vegetarians.