Creamy Cilantro Dressing (tofu) na
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Creamy Cilantro Dressing (tofu)
Adapted from Light & Tasty June/July 2006
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Prep: 10 min. + chilling
Yield: 2 cups. - 32 servings (2 Tbsp ea.)
This creamy dressing with tofu and cilantro makes a smart choice for topping salads. �I whip it up in no time,� Nancy Wherry promises from Chula Vista, California.
Ingredients:
� 2 green onions
� 3/4 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves
� 2 garlic cloves, minced
� 3 tablespoons honey
� 2 teaspoons sesame oil
� 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
� 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
� 1/4 teaspoon salt
� 10 ounces soft tofu, drained and crumbled (1-1/4 cups)
� 1/2 cup rice vinegar
Directions:
1. Thinly slice one green onion; set aside. Cut the other onion into pieces; place in a blender. Add the cilantro, garlic, honey, oil, soy sauce, red pepper flakes and salt; cover and process until blended. Add tofu and vinegar; cover and process until smooth.
2. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in the sliced onion. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
2 tablespoons equals 29 calories, 1 g fat (trace saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 83 mg sodium, 4 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 1 g protein. ++++ Diabetic Exchange: 1/2 fat.
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