Apple Shira-Ae Salad (Japanese Apple Salad)

• 1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu
• 2 ounces French style green beans (haricots verts)
• 1 apple, cored
• 4 teaspoons sugar
• 14 teaspoon vinegar
• 12 teaspoon soy sauce
• 14 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 6 romaine lettuce leaves

1. Cut block of tofu into halves lengthwise.
2. Place on several layers of paper towels; cover with additional paper towels and a heavy skillet.
3. Let stand 30 minutes, pressing down occasionally.
4. Place green beans in boiling water and cook 1 minute.
5. Remove from water and place in a bowl of ice water to stop cooking.
6. Pat dry and cut into 1/4-inch dice.
7. Dice apples and place in a bowl of salted water so they wont brown.
8. Combine drained tofu, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce and mustard in the bowl of a food processor or blender.
9. Process until smooth.
10. Drain apples and combine with green beans and tofu mixture.
11. Stir well.
12. Spoon into Romaine leaves and place on salad plates.

french style green beans, apple, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, mustard

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/apple-shira-ae-salad-japanese-apple-salad-511695 (may not work)