{"id":7065888,"date":"2026-09-24T17:45:47","date_gmt":"2026-09-24T17:45:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-with-crispy-tofu-charred-corn\/"},"modified":"2026-09-24T17:45:47","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T17:45:47","slug":"spicy-peanut-kale-salad-with-crispy-tofu-charred-corn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7065888","title":{"rendered":"Spicy Peanut Kale Salad with Crispy Tofu &#038; Charred Corn"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div xmlns:default=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-post\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"987\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-2-740x987.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of spicy peanut kale salad with charred corn and crispy tofu, drizzled with peanut sauce and topped with chopped peanuts and scallions.\" class=\"remove-lazy wp-image-41553\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-2-740x987.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-2-620x827.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-2-940x1253.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-2-48x64.jpg 48w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-2-96x128.jpg 96w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-2.jpg 1125w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The contrasting flavors and textures of this peanut kale salad are incredibly satisfying. A spicy and creamy peanut chili crisp dressing is drizzled over kale, charred sweet corn kernels, crunchy and well-seasoned baked tofu bits, and sharp green onions. Salted peanuts finish off this gorgeous vegan dinner salad! The tofu \u201cnuggets\u201d with cornmeal in the coating are my favorite part\u2013a little remix of my <a href=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/2022\/10\/26\/crispy-baked-tofu-bits\/\">crispy baked tofu<\/a> recipe.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-post\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"987\" alt=\"Overhead flat lay of peanut kale salad ingredients, including tofu, corn on the cob, kale, green onions, peanuts, spices, arrowroot, cornmeal, lime, and peanut sauce, arranged on a metal tray.\" class=\"wp-image-41558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-740x987.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-620x827.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-940x1253.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-48x64.jpg 48w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-96x128.jpg 96w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7.jpg 1125w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-740x987.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"987\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-740x987.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead flat lay of peanut kale salad ingredients, including tofu, corn on the cob, kale, green onions, peanuts, spices, arrowroot, cornmeal, lime, and peanut sauce, arranged on a metal tray.\" class=\"wp-image-41558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-740x987.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-620x827.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-940x1253.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-48x64.jpg 48w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7-96x128.jpg 96w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-7.jpg 1125w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-post\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"1110\" data-id=\"41557\" alt=\"Torn tofu pieces being tossed with cornmeal, arrowroot and seasoning in a glass bowl, coating each piece before baking.\" class=\"wp-image-41557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-740x1110.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-620x930.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-940x1410.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-43x64.jpg 43w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-85x128.jpg 85w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-146x220.jpg 146w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6.jpg 1000w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-740x1110.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"1110\" data-id=\"41557\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-740x1110.jpg\" alt=\"Torn tofu pieces being tossed with cornmeal, arrowroot and seasoning in a glass bowl, coating each piece before baking.\" class=\"wp-image-41557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-740x1110.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-620x930.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-940x1410.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-43x64.jpg 43w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-85x128.jpg 85w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6-146x220.jpg 146w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-6.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-post\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"1110\" data-id=\"41554\" alt=\"Crispy cornmeal, spice and starch-crusted tofu bits scattered on a parchment-lined baking sheet after roasting.\" class=\"wp-image-41554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-740x1110.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-620x930.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-940x1410.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-43x64.jpg 43w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-85x128.jpg 85w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-146x220.jpg 146w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3.jpg 1000w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-740x1110.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"1110\" data-id=\"41554\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-740x1110.jpg\" alt=\"Crispy cornmeal, spice and starch-crusted tofu bits scattered on a parchment-lined baking sheet after roasting.\" class=\"wp-image-41554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-740x1110.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-620x930.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-940x1410.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-43x64.jpg 43w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-85x128.jpg 85w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3-146x220.jpg 146w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-3.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have the tofu in the oven, this peanut kale salad is ready in 30 minutes. While the tofu bakes, you\u2019re chopping the kale, charring the corn on the stove, and whisking together the dressing. The timing works out nicely!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I was working on earlier versions of this salad, I used full fat coconut milk in the dressing in addition to the chili crisp, peanut butter, garlic etc. I loved the flavor but ultimately abandoned it because opening a can of coconut milk just to use \u00bc cup is kind of annoying! That said, if you do have a can open, go for it. Just make sure to dial back the water a bit.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One step you cannot skip is the massaging of the kale with olive oil and lime juice. It softens the leaves and makes it more receptive to the dressing. The dressing gets <em>into<\/em> the leaves rather than just sitting on top\/rolling off.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I also recommend building this salad in layers once ready to serve. I hope it\u2019s clear in the recipe, but essentially you go in with half the kale followed by a bit of the corn, green onions, and dressing. Repeat that one more time. Add the tofu and then hit it with the dressing, corn and green onions again. Like a lasagna salad? You just want every bite to have a little bit of everything!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-post\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"987\" alt=\"Charred corn kernels cooking in a cast iron skillet, developing golden-brown spots.\" class=\"wp-image-41556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-740x987.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-620x827.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-940x1253.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-48x64.jpg 48w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-96x128.jpg 96w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5.jpg 1125w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-740x987.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"987\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-740x987.jpg\" alt=\"Charred corn kernels cooking in a cast iron skillet, developing golden-brown spots.\" class=\"wp-image-41556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-740x987.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-620x827.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-940x1253.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-48x64.jpg 48w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5-96x128.jpg 96w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-5.jpg 1125w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-post\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"987\" alt=\"Close-up of spicy chili crisp peanut sauce being whisked in a glass bowl, showing its smooth, glossy orange-red texture.\" class=\"wp-image-41555\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-740x987.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-620x827.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-940x1253.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-48x64.jpg 48w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-96x128.jpg 96w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4.jpg 1125w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-740x987.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"987\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-740x987.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of spicy chili crisp peanut sauce being whisked in a glass bowl, showing its smooth, glossy orange-red texture.\" class=\"wp-image-41555\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-740x987.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-620x827.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-940x1253.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-48x64.jpg 48w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4-96x128.jpg 96w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-4.jpg 1125w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-post\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"987\" alt=\"Overhead close-up of peanut kale salad with charred corn, crispy tofu bits, and sliced scallions in a white bowl with two serving spoons.\" class=\"wp-image-41552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-740x987.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-620x827.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-940x1253.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-48x64.jpg 48w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-96x128.jpg 96w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1.jpg 1125w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-740x987.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"987\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-740x987.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead close-up of peanut kale salad with charred corn, crispy tofu bits, and sliced scallions in a white bowl with two serving spoons.\" class=\"wp-image-41552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-740x987.jpg 740w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-620x827.jpg 620w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-940x1253.jpg 940w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-48x64.jpg 48w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1-96x128.jpg 96w, https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-1.jpg 1125w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-41559\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"41559\" data-servings=\"3\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-thefirstmess-template\">\n<div class=\"dmc-recipe-card-inner dmc-width-main dmc-padding-main\">\n<div class=\"dmc-wprm-row-1\">\n<div class=\"dmc-wprm-col-1\">\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-normal\">Spicy Peanut Kale Salad with Crispy Tofu &amp; Charred Corn<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">This peanut kale salad layers crispy baked tofu, charred corn, and tender massaged kale with a spicy peanut butter and chili crisp dressing. Ready in about 30 minutes!<\/span><\/p>\n<style\/><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" style=\"display:block;width:0px;height:0px\"><default:defs><default:lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-user-rating-1-33\"><default:stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><default:stop offset=\"33%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><default:stop offset=\"33%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><default:stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><default:defs><default:lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-user-rating-1-50\"><default:stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><default:stop offset=\"50%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><default:stop offset=\"50%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><default:stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><default:defs><default:lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-user-rating-1-66\"><default:stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><default:stop offset=\"66%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><default:stop offset=\"66%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><default:stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:svg>\n        <\/div>\n<div class=\"dmc-wprm-col-2\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" class=\"attachment-300x300 size-300x300\" alt=\"Overhead shot of spicy peanut kale salad with charred corn and crispy tofu, drizzled with peanut sauce and topped with chopped peanuts and scallions.\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-2-500x500.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/thefirstmess.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spicy-peanut-kale-salad-charred-corn-crispy-tofu-2-500x500.jpg\" class=\"attachment-300x300 size-300x300\" alt=\"Overhead shot of spicy peanut kale salad with charred corn and crispy tofu, drizzled with peanut sauce and topped with chopped peanuts and scallions.\"\/><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"dmc-wprm-row-2\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">25<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-41559 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"41559\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">3<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">-4<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"dmc-wprm-row-3\">\n<div class=\"dmc-wprm-col-1\">\n<div id=\"recipe-41559-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-41559-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"41559\" data-servings=\"3\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">Tofu<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">lb<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">(454 grams) firm tofu, pressed for at least 15 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">avocado or olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt and pepper, to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cornstarch<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cornmeal<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">nutritional yeast<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">garlic powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ground cumin<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ground coriander<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">Peanut Chili Crisp Dressing<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">smooth peanut butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chili crisp<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">water<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">lime juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">maple syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Tamari<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">clove<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">garlic, finely minced with a Microplane<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt and pepper, to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">Salad<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"20\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cobs<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">corn, peel and silks removed<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"21\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">avocado or olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"22\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt and pepper, to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"23\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">small bunch kale<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"24\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">lime juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"25\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"26\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">green onions, sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"27\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salted peanuts, chopped fine<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-41559-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\">\n<ul>\n<li>I like the classic Lao Gan Ma chili crisp most and always use it when working on a new recipe. Perfect heat level and well-rounded out umami flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"dmc-wprm-col-2\">\n<div id=\"recipe-41559-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-41559-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"41559\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">Get the tofu in the oven<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-41559-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Preheat the oven to 425\u00b0F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-41559-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Once the tofu is pressed, tear it up into 2-inch pieces. Place the pieces in a large bowl and blot them dry with a kitchen towel, removing as much moisture as you can.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-41559-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">To the bowl, add the oil and lots of salt and pepper. Toss to evenly coat. Then, add the cornstarch, cornmeal, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, cumin, and coriander. Toss with a spatula to evenly coat all of the pieces.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-41559-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Spread the coated tofu bits out on your prepared baking sheet, giving each piece as much space as possible. Slide the baking sheet into the oven and set a timer for 15 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-41559-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">At the 15 minute mark, remove the tofu from the oven and give it a stir, flipping some of the pieces over. Spread the tofu out, and slide the baking sheet back into the oven for another 15 minutes, or until the pieces are golden brown and crispy on the edges.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">While tofu is baking, make the dressing<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-41559-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, chili crisp, water, lime juice, maple syrup, Tamari, garlic, salt and pepper. Whisk to combine and set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">Prep the corn and kale<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-41559-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Cut the kernels off of the corn cobs. Set a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Once hot, pour in the oil. Add the corn and season with salt and pepper. Saut\u00e9 until corn is softened and lightly charred, about 6-7 minutes. Set aside.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-41559-step-2-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove the stems from the kale and chop into bite-sized pieces. You should end up with about 4 cups of chopped kale. Place kale in a large bowl. Add the lime juice, olive oil, and some salt and pepper and \u201cmassage\u201d the kale until slightly softened, about 1 minute.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">Assemble the salad<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-41559-step-3-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Arrange half of the kale on a serving platter or wide serving bowl. Top with a third of the dressing, a third of the corn, and a third of the green onions. Place the remaining kale on top and drizzle with half of the remaining dressing. Top that with half of the remaining corn and green onions. Place the crispy tofu on top, followed by remaining dressing, corn, and green onions. Top with chopped peanuts and enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The contrasting flavors and textures of this peanut kale salad are incredibly satisfying. A spicy and creamy peanut chili crisp dressing is drizzled over kale, charred sweet corn kernels, crunchy and well-seasoned baked tofu bits, and sharp green onions. Salted peanuts finish off this gorgeous vegan dinner salad! 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