Marinated Tofu and Vegetable Skewers
In short: Tofu cubes, peppers, zucchini, mushrooms and red onion marinated in lemon, garlic and paprika, then grilled on skewers until charred. Serve over rice. It takes about 45 min in total and makes 4 servings.
- Prep
- 30 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Resting
- 30 min
- Total
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 510 kcal
Skewers make tofu easy to grill, since the cubes stay in place and pick up char on every side. A simple marinade of olive oil, lemon, soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic and smoked paprika flavors both the tofu and the vegetables. Thirty minutes is enough, but a few hours is better. Serve the skewers over rice with lemon wedges, or tuck them into flatbreads with a spoonful of tahini sauce.
Instructions
- Whisk all the marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Add the tofu and gently turn it to coat. In another bowl, toss the vegetables with the rest of the marinade, keeping the tofu separate. Leave both for at least 30 minutes.
- If using wooden skewers, soak 8 of them in water for 30 minutes so they do not burn.
- Cook the rice according to the package directions while the tofu and vegetables marinate, then keep it warm.
- Thread the tofu and vegetables onto the skewers, alternating them and leaving a little space between pieces so heat circulates.
- Heat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat and oil the grates lightly.
- Grill the skewers for 12 to 15 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes and brushing with any leftover marinade, until the tofu is browned and the vegetables are charred and tender.
- Serve over the hot rice with lemon wedges and chopped parsley.
Tips
- Press the tofu for 15 minutes before cubing, and cut it into larger pieces than the vegetables. Large cubes hold on the skewer and do not crumble over the heat.
- Use a grill basket if the tofu sticks, or cook the skewers in the oven at 230°C (450°F) on an oiled tray for 20 minutes, turning once.
Questions and answers
Can I make skewers ahead of time?
Yes. Marinate and thread them up to a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge. Grill straight from the fridge and add a minute to the cooking time.
What sauce goes well with tofu skewers?
A garlicky tahini sauce, a dairy-free yogurt sauce, peanut sauce or a squeeze of lemon all work. Flatbreads or pitta make them easy to eat by hand.
Can I use other vegetables?
Yes. Cherry tomatoes, eggplant cubes, corn on the cob rounds or pineapple chunks all grill well. Keep the pieces a similar size so they cook evenly.
How long does it take to make Marinated Tofu and Vegetable Skewers?
About 45 min in total: 30 min of preparation and 15 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Marinated Tofu and Vegetable Skewers?
About 510 kcal per serving, with 21 g of protein, 67 g of carbohydrates and 18 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 510 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 21 g |
| Carbohydrates | 67 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 740 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
