Nutritious Tomato & Soy Milk Salad: A Shin-ya Shokudo Special
Shin-ya Shokudo Special Menu: Make Your Day Special with Tomato & Soy Milk Salad!
Discover a creative and delicious way to use soy milk as a salad dressing! This recipe is not only easy to make but also packed with nutrition, offering a truly satisfying salad experience. Perfect for a special occasion or a light, wholesome meal.
Salad Ingredients- 2 ripe tomatoes
- 1/2 cup store-bought soy milk (made from black soybeans, ‘Seoritae’)
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp white balsamic vinegar (or 1 Tbsp regular vinegar + 1/2 Tbsp honey/corn syrup)
- Balsamic glaze, to drizzle (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves, a few
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start by preparing your ripe tomatoes. Score the top of each tomato with a cross (‘+’) cut using a knife. Blanch them in boiling water for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, then rinse under cold water. This will make peeling the skin much easier. If the skin is still difficult to remove, score the tomatoes a bit deeper and extend the blanching time slightly.
Step 2
Once peeled, make deeper cuts along the scored lines to slice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Cutting deeper ensures the dressing can penetrate the tomato, enhancing the flavor.
Step 3
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the prepared tomato slices. The olive oil will enhance the tomato’s natural flavors and add a smooth texture.
Step 4
Next, add the white balsamic vinegar. If you don’t have white balsamic vinegar, you can substitute it with 1 tablespoon of regular vinegar mixed with about 1/2 tablespoon of honey or corn syrup for a touch of sweetness. This will add a pleasant tanginess to the salad. Pro Tip: For convenience, you can pre-mix the olive oil, vinegar, and sweetener in a small bowl to create a simple dressing before drizzling it over the tomatoes.
Step 5
Now, it’s time for the star ingredient of this unique dressing: the soy milk made from ‘Seoritae’ (black soybeans). Generously pour the soy milk over and between the tomato slices, making sure it gets into the cuts. The nutty creaminess of the soy milk combined with the freshness of the tomatoes creates a distinctive and delightful flavor profile.
Step 6
Finally, garnish the salad with fresh basil leaves and, if desired, a drizzle of balsamic glaze. The balsamic glaze is optional but adds an extra layer of rich flavor and visual appeal. Enjoy this nutritious, delicious, and beautiful salad that’s sure to impress!
