Nutritious & Healthy Avocado Poke Salad
Homemade Healthy & Delicious Diet Avocado Poke Salad (with Sriracha Poke Sauce Recipe)
Hello everyone! Today, I’m sharing a healthy and delicious avocado poke salad that’s quite pricey when bought outside, but can be made affordably and generously at home. It’s perfect for a diet meal and a satisfying meal in itself. Let’s achieve both health and great taste with this recipe!
Salad Ingredients- 1/4 block firm tofu (blanched and cut into cubes)
- 2 Tbsp coconut oil or olive oil (for pan-frying tofu and mushrooms)
- Generous amount of romaine lettuce (washed and dried)
- 1/2 ripe avocado
- 1/4 broccoli head (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- Small amount of carrot (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 tomato (or 3-4 cherry tomatoes, halved)
- 1 hard-boiled egg (thinly sliced)
- 1 king oyster mushroom (sliced)
- Small amount of cheese (e.g., cheddar, optional)
- 1 Tbsp corn kernels
- 1/2 cooked sweet potato (diced)
- 1 handful of nuts (your choice)
Sriracha Poke Sauce- 1 Tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1/2 – 1 Tbsp Avomayo or regular mayonnaise
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1 Tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1/2 – 1 Tbsp Avomayo or regular mayonnaise
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, briefly blanch the tofu in boiling water. Once warm, drain the water and cut the tofu into approximately 1.5 cm cubes. This helps the tofu maintain its shape while frying.
Step 2
Heat 1 Tbsp of coconut oil or olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the cubed tofu and pan-fry until golden brown. It’s important to achieve a nice golden crust.
Step 3
Continue frying the tofu until it’s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside – a perfect ‘crispy outside, tender inside’ texture. Frying until the excess moisture evaporates will enhance its flavor and texture.
Step 4
Lightly season the well-fried tofu with salt and pepper. In the same pan, add the sliced king oyster mushrooms with a little oil and sauté until tender and fragrant. This brings out the mushroom’s earthy notes.
Step 5
Arrange the washed and dried romaine lettuce leaves at the bottom of your serving bowl. Fresh greens are the foundation of any good salad!
Step 6
Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and then remove the seed from each half. If you have an avocado cutter, use it. Otherwise, slice the avocado thinly lengthwise while still in its skin; keeping the skin on helps maintain its shape.
Step 7
Stir-fry the diced carrots and broccoli in a dry pan over high heat for a short time to keep them crisp. This method preserves their vibrant color and crunchy texture without needing added oil or seasoning.
Step 8
Arrange the sautéed vegetables, halved tomato (or cherry tomatoes), and the thinly sliced hard-boiled egg attractively over the bed of lettuce. A visually appealing salad is always more enjoyable!
Step 9
Dice about half of a cooked sweet potato into small cubes. The natural sweetness of the sweet potato adds a wonderful dimension to the salad.
Step 10
Add 1 Tbsp of corn kernels to the salad. The pop of sweet corn adds a delightful texture and sweetness, making it a must-have ingredient for many.
Step 11
Sprinkle your chosen cheese over the toppings. Using a colorful cheese like Colby Jack can make the salad look even more appealing. Any cheese you like will work, but be mindful of the calories and don’t overdo it!
Step 12
Finally, add a generous handful of nuts for a crunchy texture and nutty flavor. If you have nut allergies, you can omit them or substitute with seeds.
Step 13
If you have nut allergies, please be sure to omit the nuts entirely for your safety. Your well-being is the priority!
Step 14
With all the toppings in place, it’s time to prepare the delicious dressing. Let’s make a healthy and flavorful Sriracha poke sauce!
Step 15
Gather your dressing ingredients. Using low-calorie Sriracha sauce and Avomayo (a healthier alternative to regular mayonnaise) is recommended, though regular mayonnaise works perfectly fine too.
Step 16
In a small bowl, add 1 Tbsp of Sriracha sauce. The mild heat from the Sriracha will enhance the overall flavor profile of the salad.
Step 17
Add 1/2 to 1 Tbsp of Avomayo to the bowl. If using regular mayonnaise, add the same amount. Finally, season with a pinch of salt and pepper to balance all the flavors.
Step 18
Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the salad. Your delicious Avocado Poke Salad is now complete! Feel free to adjust the amount of dressing to your liking.
Step 19
This poke salad is substantial enough for two people and packed with wholesome ingredients, offering a filling and healthy meal.
Step 20
If you find it needs a little more flavor, add a bit more Sriracha sauce to customize it to your taste! Give this easy homemade poke salad a try – you won’t regret it!
