Mediterranean Grilled Tofu Kabobs
Mediterranean Grilled Tofu Kabobs are the perfect dish for summer gatherings, offering a vibrant and flavorful experience that everyone will enjoy. Marinated in a zesty blend of garlic, lemon juice, and aromatic spices like Za’atar and Green Goddess seasoning, these kabobs showcase the delightful combination of super firm tofu and colorful vegetables. Whether you’re firing up the grill for a weekend barbecue or preparing a quick weeknight dinner, these skewers deliver on taste and nutrition. Serve them alongside creamy hummus and warm whole wheat pita for a complete meal that’s both satisfying and healthy. With easy preparation steps and the option to customize ingredients, you can make this dish your own while impressing family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 1 container (14 oz) super firm tofu
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 teaspoon Green Goddess seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Za'atar seasoning
- 4 wooden kabob sticks
- 1 Persian cucumber (sliced thin)
- ½ cup grape tomatoes (halved)
- ¼ cup kalamata olives (sliced)
- ¼ cup red onions (sliced thin)
- ⅛ cup fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Hummus for serving
- Whole wheat pita for serving
Instructions
- Start by pressing the super firm tofu to remove excess moisture. Cut it into cubes.
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Green Goddess seasoning, Za'atar seasoning, and maple syrup to create the marinade.
- Add the tofu cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- While marinating, prep your vegetables: slice the cucumber, halve the grape tomatoes, slice the olives and red onions, and chop the dill.
- Thread marinated tofu and assorted veggies onto wooden skewers in an alternating pattern.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat. Grill the kabobs for about 8 minutes total, turning occasionally until golden brown.
- Serve hot with hummus and warm whole wheat pita.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kabob (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg