Each spring when I was a child, my grandmother and I would bake lemon-scented cupcakes, and scones, and make crustless ribbon tea sandwiches on alternatively stacked white and brown bread ( I'd eat the sandwiches, she'd steal the crust). It became a tradition and a rite of the coming of spring (inadvertent Stravinsky nod). Ever since then I've loved egg salad sandwiches for their comfort and nostalgia, and for the reminder that winter isn't the end we fear it will become. While there is pretty much nothing about egg sandwiches that is vegan-friendly, I found that in my college days I could easily replicate the same flavour and texture with nothing more than common tofu. While we don't consume a ton of tofu, I must admit it is a welcome treat in our house and so useful for dishes like this.

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Yield: 2 Sandwiches

Springy Tofu Salad Sandwich

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This easy to make tofu salad sandwich is great on bread, in a wrap, or on a salad.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 175 g Medium Organic Tofu (about 6 oz)
• 1 Stalk Celery, Diced (about 1/4 cup)
• 1 Green Onion, Sliced
• 1/4 tsp Sea Salt
• 1/8 tsp. Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Curry Powder
• A Big Pinch Turmeric
• 2 Tbsp. Vegan Mayo (or Cashew Mayo)
• 4 Slices Wholegrain Bread
• 1/4 Cucumber, Sliced
• 1 Radish, Sliced
• Handful Lettuce
• Mixed Sprouts like Radish and Sunflower
• Mustard

Instructions

1. Drain the tofu and pat in gently with a towel to remove any excess moisture. Using a fork, mash the tofu into medium chunks.
2. Add the celery, onion, salt, pepper, and other spices along with the mayo and mix until combined. Taste and adjust seasoning.
3. Prep your bread with some mustard, along with whatever fresh spring veggies are available, then evenly divide the Tofu Salad. Sprinkle with sea salt and enjoy.