Indonesian Mozzarella Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This Indonesian mozzarella salad is one of my favorite quick weeknight dishes because it comes together in under an hour and feels so much more impressive than it actually is. The combination of fresh mozzarella with crispy fried tempeh creates this amazing contrast that keeps me coming back for more. I love that tempeh brings complete protein and all nine essential amino acids to the table, making this salad genuinely filling and nutritious. The tangy kecap manis dressing with lime juice and ginger ties everything together beautifully, and honestly, most of the ingredients are probably already in your kitchen right now, which means this won't break the bank either.
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Ingredients
- 400mozzarella cheese
- 200tempeh
- 400cucumber(sliced)
- 200carrots(peeled and grated)
- 150red onion(thinly sliced)
- 100 mlkecap manis(chopped)
- 50 mlsesame oil
- 100peanuts
- 20thai basil(chopped)
- 100 mllime juice
- 50 gfish sauce(chopped)
- 50ginger(grated)
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Instructions
- 1
In a blender or food processor, combine kecap manis, lime juice, fish sauce, and ginger. Blend until smooth.
Tip: Adjust to taste
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the mozzarella cheese and sesame oil until well combined.
Tip: A melty texture is desired
- 3
Add the tempeh, cucumber, carrots, red onion, peanuts, and Thai basil to the bowl with the cheese mixture. Toss until everything is coated.
Tip: Gentle to avoid breaking the tempeh
- 4
Stir in the chopped kecap manis mixture until the salad is well dressed.
Tip: Add more or less to taste
- 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tip: Adjust to preference
- 6
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tip: A longer marinating time can enhance the dish
- 7
Just before serving, sprinkle additional peanuts and Thai basil on top for garnish.
Tip: Add a pop of color and crunch
- 8
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tip: A refreshing and zesty salad to brighten up your day
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