How long does it take to make Shiso Microgreen Tofu Salad with Sesame Dressing?
This recipe takes approximately 15 min total.
15 min
· Serves 2
· Updated February 23, 2026
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Shiso microgreens are best added fresh as a finishing ingredient. This refreshing salad features shiso microgreens, adding a unique anise flavor to protein-packed tofu, all drizzled with a savory sesame dressing.
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
1 cup shiso microgreens, rinsed and dried
1 cup mixed salad greens
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
Sesame seeds for garnish
In a non-stick pan, heat a little oil over medium heat and sauté the cubed tofu until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey/agave to create the dressing.
In a large bowl, combine shiso microgreens, mixed salad greens, and sautéed tofu.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds.
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