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Curry Tofu Salad

Modified: May 3, 2025 · Published: Mar 31, 2024 by Gigi & Sersie · This post may contain affiliate links.

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This vegan Curry Tofu Salad is a savory, protein-packed, and flavorful, plant-based twist on traditional egg salad. You may also like our Vegan Chickpea Salad.

Bowl with curry tofu salad topped with thinly sliced green onion.

This gluten-free, oil-free salad goes wonderfully on a bed of leafy greens, in a sandwich, or wrap, and it's ready in 10 minutes.

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  • Curry Tofu Salad

This copycat version of Wild Island restaurant's curry tofu salad on Orcas Island. Chef Wendy Thomas generously shared it with me after she closed their doors. I'm super grateful for this and all the delicious, nourishing food she blessed us with over the years.

Add a scoop of this delicious curry tofu salad to our Rainbow Salad, or in a collard greens wrap, or romaine lettuce similar to the Chickpea Tuna Salad. It also tastes great with Mary's Gone Crackers.

What's in This Curry Tofu Salad?

  • Tofu, extra firm (not silken)
  • Vegan Mayo
  • Curry powder
  • Turmeric
  • Celery
  • Green onion
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Key ingredients for curry tofu salad: tofu, spices, green onion, vegan mayo, apple cider vinegar, chopped celery.

Similar to our delicious Sofritas recipe, this recipe uses a 14-ounce package of extra firm tofu. However, different brands have different package sizes, typically between 14 to 16 ounces. Go ahead and use the whole package. There's no need to section off 2 ounces because the recipe calls for 14 ounces.

How to make this salad

Take a block of extra firm tofu, drain and press in a clean tea towel to remove excess water.

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In a mixing bowl use clean hands to crumble the tofu into smaller pieces.

Put all remaining ingredients into the mixing bowl and stir well to combine.

Salt and pepper to taste. Add more apple cider vinegar if necessary.

This curry tofu salad keeps well for up to four days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Freezing leftovers is not recommended.

Crumbled tofu in a mixing bowl.
Cashew mayo, celery, green onion and spices added to the mixing bowl with tofu.
Curry tofu salad in a mixing bowl that has been stirred with a wooden spoon.

The texture of this curried tofu salad is supposed to resemble egg salad—soft but not mushy. The crunch comes from the chopped celery and possibly what you pair with it, such as crackers or a big rainbow salad.

Optional add-ons for this curried tofu salad

  • shredded carrot
  • diced red bell pepper
  • minced red onion
  • capers
  • sweet paprika
  • cilantro

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make the tofu more firm and chewy?

There are two ways to give tofu a firmer, chewier texture. (1) Drain and slice the tofu, then place it in the freezer until frozen solid. Remove the tofu from the freezer and let it thaw in the refrigerator. This four-step (drain, slice, freeze, thaw) process removes more water, giving you firmer tofu. (2) Alternatively, you can drain and pat dry the tofu using a clean tea towel. Then, crumble and bake the tofu in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 15 minutes before adding the other ingredients.

Can I use store-bought vegan mayo for this curried tofu salad?

Yes, store-bought vegan mayo works in this recipe. However, those mayos contain oil. So, if you're trying to make this oil-free, I recommend this cashew-based vegan mayo recipe. It only takes about 10 minutes to make.

Curried tofu salad in a bowl with sliced green onion on top.

We hope you love this fast and easy curry tofu salad as much as we do! Please rate and leave a comment below. Be sure to share a picture on Instagram and tag us @danielsplaterecipes so we can see your beautiful creation.

Curried tofu salad in a bowl with sliced green onion on top.

Curry Tofu Salad

5 from 1 vote
Course: Sides
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 114kcal
Author: Gigi & Sersie
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If you like the taste of curry and egg salad but want a vegan version, this curry tofu salad is it. This easy one-bowl, 10-minute savory and satisfying salad goes wonderfully on a bed of leafy salad greens, in a sandwich or wrap, with crackers, and on its own. It's gluten-free, oil-free, and loaded with flavor.

Ingredients  

  • 1 14- ounce package of extra firm tofu not silken
  • 1 cup diced or finely chopped celery
  • ½ cup chopped green onion
  • 1 cup Cashew Vegan Mayo
  • 1 Tbsp yellow curry powder
  • ⅓ tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • salt to taste I used ⅓ tsp of salt
  • black pepper to taste
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Instructions

  • Take a block of extra firm tofu, drain and press in a clean tea towel to remove excess water.
  • In a mixing bowl use clean hands to crumble the tofu into smaller pieces.
  • Put all remaining ingredients into the mixing bowl and stir well to combine.
  • Salt and pepper to taste. Add more vinegar, if necessary.

Notes

This curry tofu salad keeps well for up to four days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Freezing leftovers is not recommended.

Nutrition

Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 121mg | Potassium: 261mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 169IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 2mg
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Gigi & Sersie

Gigi Carter and Sersie Blue have over 25 years of combined experience in plant-based nutrition and health coaching. Their passion for healthy eating inspired them to create Daniel’s Plate, a recipe site focused on whole food, plant-based meals.

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  1. Gigi & Sersie

    May 03, 2025 at 9:27 pm

    5 stars
    My husband can't get enough of this. Great flavor and lots of versatility. Enjoyed on salad greens and in a sandwich with sliced tomato and lettuce.

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