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Tomato-Peach Salad with Tofu Cream

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Tomato-Peach Salad with Tofu CreamPhoto by Christopher Testani

No one will know this umami-packed creamy dressing is made with tofu; they'll just think it's delicious.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    8 Servings

Ingredients

8 ounces silken tofu
4 tablespoons Sherry vinegar, divided
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
3 medium heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1" wedges
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
2 medium peaches, cut into 1/2" wedges
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh corn kernels (from 1 medium ear)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chervil, plus sprigs for serving
3 thick slices grilled or toasted country-style bread, cut lengthwise into wide strips

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Blend tofu, 2 tablespoons vinegar, 1 tablespoon oil, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce in a blender until light and smooth; season tofu cream with salt.

    Step 2

    Whisk remaining 3 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons vinegar, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Add tomatoes, peaches, onion, corn, tarragon, and chopped chervil and toss to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed.

    Step 3

    Swipe tofu cream on a platter and arrange tomato salad over; top with chervil sprigs. Serve with bread.

  2. Do Ahead

    Step 4

    Tofu cream can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

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