You Feta Believe It: Vegan Greek Salad

You Feta Believe It: Vegan Greek Salad

The secret behind veganism is knowing your brands. Many of the dairy-free cheeses out there taste like plastic or something I would never want to consume. Violife, follow your heart slices, and trader joe’s are my three favorite. This recipe uses Violife’s vegan feta which I use in the dressing and the salad.

You Feta Believe It: Vegan Greek Salad

For the tofu

  • 1 block of firm tofu, pressed with paper towel
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 3 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 shallot, chopped
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp pepper

For the dressing

  • 1 cup vegan sour cream
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 green olives
  • 2 tbsp of olive bring
  • 2 tbsp garlic power
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste

For the Salad

  • 4 cups butter lettuce
  • 1 can chickpeas, rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red onion, chopped
  • 2 avocados, cubed
  • 1 cup vegan feta

Method

  1. Add all tofu ingredients to a mixing bow, stir to combine. Place in fridge for 20 minutes to marinate.
  2. Add all dressing ingredients to a blender, blend until smooth. Set aside.
  3. In a large sauce pan over medium heat, add tofu (strain majority of the marinade). Grill for 10-15 minutes until golden brown on each side. Set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add all ingredients for the salad. Then add dressing & fried tofu. Stir to combine. Add more feta once done on top. Ready to serve!