Meredith's Kitchen Table

Vegan

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This crunchy, colorful salad is a hormone-loving bowl of nourishment. With liver-detox-supportive red cabbage, plant-based protein from tofu and edamame, and skin-friendly fats, it’s a powerhouse meal—especially supportive for postpartum recovery and hormone balance. The creamy peanut dressing ties it all together with a smooth, nutty flavor.

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Ingredients (Serves 2-3)

Salad

• ¼ head Red Cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup Edamame (steamed or thawed from frozen)
• 2 small Persian Cucumbers, sliced or chopped
• A couple Green Onions, chopped
• Cashews or Sliced Almonds (your preference)
• Cilantro, to taste
• 1 Avocado, diced
• 2 tsp Black Sesame Seeds

Tofu

• 1 block Tofu, drained and cubed
• Soy Sauce (for marinade)
• Lime Juice (for marinade)
• Garlic Powder
• Ginger Powder
• Maple Syrup
• Cornstarch (optional, for crispiness)
• Neutral Oil (if pan-frying)

Peanut Dressing

• ⅓ cup Peanut Butter
• 1–2 tbsp Soy Sauce
• A drop of Sesame Oil
• 2 tbsp Maple Syrup
• Juice of ½ Lime
• ¼ cup Water (adjust for desired consistency)

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Steps

1. Marinate Tofu: Combine tofu cubes with soy sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, ginger powder, and maple syrup. Let sit for 15–30 minutes (or longer for more flavor).
2. Crisp the Tofu: Optional—toss tofu in a little cornstarch. Cook on the stovetop in oil until golden or bake at 400°F for ~25 minutes, flipping halfway.
3. Prep Salad: While tofu cooks, finely chop cabbage, cucumbers, green onion, and cilantro. Add to a large bowl with edamame, avocado, nuts, and sesame seeds.
4. Make the Dressing: Whisk together all dressing ingredients. Thin with water until smooth and pourable.
5. Assemble: Let tofu cool slightly, then add to the salad. Drizzle with peanut dressing and toss to combine.

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Wellness Notes

• Red cabbage (a cruciferous veggie) supports liver detox and estrogen balance—especially helpful postpartum.
• Edamame + tofu provide clean, plant-based protein to support energy and recovery.
• Avocado + cashews offer healthy fats and zinc, which is key for skin and hormone health—especially helpful for acne-prone or postpartum skin.

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Modify This Recipe

• Can use green cabbage or a blend cabbage
• Really whatever veggies you have in the fridge will work— carrots shaved into ribbons, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño for a little spicy kick

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