How long does it take to make Shiso Microgreen and Tofu Salad?
This recipe takes approximately 15 min total.
15 min
· Serves 2
· Updated February 21, 2026
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Shiso microgreens are best added fresh as a finishing ingredient. This vibrant salad combines crispy tofu and shiso microgreens for a refreshing and nutritious dish.
This recipe takes approximately 15 min total.
Shiso microgreens work best as a fresh finishing ingredient, adding color, texture, and a just-cut flavor that stands out right before serving.
200g firm tofu, cubed
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
4 cups mixed greens
1 cup shiso microgreens
1/4 cup shredded carrots
1 tbsp sesame seeds
Lemon juice to taste
Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the cubed tofu until golden brown, about 5 minutes, adding soy sauce halfway through.
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, shiso microgreens, shredded carrots, and sesame seeds.
Add the crispy tofu on top of the salad and drizzle with lemon juice to taste.
Toss gently to combine all ingredients without bruising the microgreens.
Serve immediately for a refreshing and healthy meal!
Shiso microgreens carry the same complex aromatic profile as mature shiso — anise, umami, and mild bitterness — and are used in Japanese and East Asian culinary traditions as a direct garnish substitute. Evidence on shiso specifically is limited; claims below reflect general microgreen research.
• Shiso and perilla microgreens contain volatile aromatic compounds responsible for their distinctive anise-like flavor.
moderate evidence• Nutrient and phytochemical content in shiso microgreens varies by variety and growing conditions.
strong evidence1. Assessment of Vitamin and Carotenoid Concentrations of Emerging Food Products: Edible Microgreens — Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2012
2. Microgreens: Production, Shelf Life, and Bioactive Components — Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 2017