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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Salad Recipes

    Tomato Basil Cucumber Salad with Tofu Feta

    By: Amy Katz · Published: May 21, 2018 · Last modified: Sep 15, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, vegan

    Simply dressed with olive oil and red wine vinegar, vegan Tomato Basil Cucumber Salad is bursting with fresh summer flavors. Along with tangy cubes of marinated feta-style tofu, it's perfect as a light meal or starter with your favorite pasta or grilled dishes.

    Serving bowl of Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad with Tofu Feta

    If you're looking for a way to celebrate summer produce, nothing beats a salad made with farm-fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and sweet basil. Not only is it easy to prepare, you only need a few ingredients to make it.

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    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Amy's Tip
    • Serving suggestions
    • Storing
    • FAQ
    • More ways to enjoy Tofu Feta
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    Why you'll love this recipe

    • It's full of flavor yet only requires 8 ingredients, plus salt and pepper.
    • Most of the preparation time is inactive while the tofu cubes marinate.
    • It's dairy-free but if just as delicious as a tomato basil cucumber salad made with feta cheese.

    Ingredients

    For the complete list of ingredients with measurements plus recipe instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    This recipe is made with ingredients you are most likely familiar with, like cucumbers, tomatoes, basil, dried oregano, and olive oil and red wine vinegar. However, there is one magical addition I highly recommend searching out: Coconut vinegar.

    Made from the sap of coconut blossoms, it doesn't actually taste like coconut. It has a sweeter, less acidic flavor than apple cider vinegar. I love it on salads, and it gives the Tofu Feta in this recipe a tangy flavor that isn't overpowering.

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    Instructions

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    1. To prepare the Tofu Feta, place the tofu cubes in a resealable glass container or zipper bag. Add the coconut vinegar, oregano, and salt. Seal the container, then gently shake to combine. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
    2. To make the salad, place the tofu cubes, tomatoes, and cucumbers in a bowl.
    3. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar.
    4. Add fresh basil, salt and pepper, then toss and enjoy.

    Amy's Tip

    For maximum flavor, prepare the tofu feta a day or two in advance.

    Serving suggestions

    While this Mediterranean tomato basil cucumber salad is delicious on its own, you can also try serving it with any of the following:

    • Warm crusty bread like my favorite vegan gluten-free Bread SRSLY sourdough from San Francisco. I mail order it and store it in my freezer.
    • Pita bread and homemade hummus
    • Marinated olives and dolmas (stuffed grape leaves)
    • Spaghetti with 15 Minute Tomato Paste Pasta Sauce
    • Mediterranean Yellow Rice
    Close up image of a bowl of the salad

    Storing

    While this salad is best enjoyed fresh, it will last covered and refrigerated for about 2 days. If kept separate from the salad, Tofu Feta will last up to 4 days refrigerated.

    FAQ

    Can you eat raw tofu?

    Tofu is made from cooked soybeans, so it isn't actually raw. It's fine to eat it straight from the package after draining off any excess liquid.

    Does the tofu need to be pressed?

    If you are using extra-firm tofu, I recommend draining and pressing it before making the Tofu Feta for better flavor and texture. However, you can find super-firm tofu in many supermarkets which does not require pressing.

    Can I use apple cider vinegar instead of coconut vinegar?

    Coconut vinegar is sweeter and more mild/less acidic than apple cider vinegar. If you can't find coconut vinegar, you can substitute a mixture of equal parts apple cider vinegar and rice wine vinegar for similar results.

    More ways to enjoy Tofu Feta

    The tangy marinated cubes of tofu are delicious as a simple snack or in other salads. Try them in these vegan Mediterranean diet favorites:

    • Vegan Greek Dressing
    • Watermelon Tomato Salad
    • Tomato and Red Onion Salad
    • Vegan Greek Millet Salad

    And for even more recipes, join the Vegan Mediterranean Diet Recipes Facebook group for support, inspiration, and fun.

    If you love this recipe, please give it 5 stars! ★★★★★

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    Tomato Basil Cucumber Salad with Tofu Feta

    Simply dressed with olive oil and red wine vinegar, vegan Tomato Basil Cucumber Salad is bursting with fresh summer flavors.
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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, vegan
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Mediterranean
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Marinating Time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 108kcal
    Author: Amy Katz

    Equipment

    • Tomato Knife

    Ingredients

    For the Tofu Feta:

    • 1 pound extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed, cubed (or use super-firm tofu and skip the pressing)
    • ¼ cup coconut vinegar
    • 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt

    For the salad:

    • 1 dry pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
    • 1 English cucumber, (or 2-3 Persian cucumbers) sliced
    • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
    • salt and pepper, to taste
    • fresh basil leaves
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    Instructions

    • To prepare the Tofu Feta, place the tofu cubes in a resealable glass container or zipper bag. Add the coconut vinegar, oregano, and salt. Seal the container, then gently shake to combine. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
    • When you're ready to make the salad, add the Tofu Feta, tomatoes, and cucumbers to a salad bowl.
    • Drizzle with the olive oil and red wine vinegar.
    • Add the fresh basil leaves and toss to combine the ingredients. Taste and add salt and pepper, as needed. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    Success tips:
    • Prepare the tofu feta a day or two in advance for maximum flavor.
    • For removing the excess water from the package of tofu, I recommend using the EZ Tofu Press.
    Storing:
    While this salad is best enjoyed fresh, it will last covered and refrigerated for about 2 days. If kept separate from the salad, Tofu Feta will last up to 4 days refrigerated.
     
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 219mg | Potassium: 298mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 93IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg

    Nutritional information is an estimation only.

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    About Amy

    Amy Katz is a vegan recipe developer, photographer, and Certified Vegan Nutrition Health Coach. She loves sharing delicious plant-based Mediterranean diet recipes that home cooks of all levels can enjoy. Her easy vegan recipes have been featured on HuffPost, LIVESTRONG, Healthline, Parade, VegNews, BuzzFeed, MSN, Greatist, Country Living, Insider, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more. She lives in Orange County, California with the love of her life, Brad, and their adorable black cat, Ozzy.

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