Description
Savory Vegan Souvlaki with Tofu: A Quick Greek Delight. This savory vegan souvlaki featuring tofu captures Mediterranean flavors perfectly for a quick, delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Vegan Yogurt (Unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 tablespoon Agave (or Sugar, Syrup)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice & Zest
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast
- 1 block Super Firm Tofu
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
Instructions
- Whisk together vegan yogurt, Dijon mustard, agave, lemon zest and juice, olive oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until well combined. Reserve 2 tablespoons for later.
- Pat your super firm tofu dry with a clean kitchen towel and cut it into bite-sized chunks.
- Place the tofu pieces in the bowl with the marinade and gently toss to coat thoroughly. Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and drizzle in olive oil. If using skewers, thread the marinated tofu onto them and cook for about 6 minutes total, flipping once.
- Remove tofu from heat and toss gently with the reserved marinade.
- Warm your pita bread and place the crispy tofu on top, drizzle with creamy Vegan Tzatziki, and sprinkle with optional fresh herbs.
Notes
- Substitute with cashew cream or coconut yogurt for a different flavor profile.
- Feel free to use other mustards but Dijon is recommended for its complexity.
- Maple syrup or brown sugar can also work beautifully.
- Lime juice can be a suitable alternative if lemons are unavailable.
- Avocado oil is a good alternative for a milder flavor.
- Tamari is a great gluten-free option.
- Garlic powder can be used if fresh garlic isn’t on hand.
- Vegan parmesan can be an alternate choice.
- Choose vacuum-sealed tofu for the best texture and flavor absorption.
- Fresh oregano can heighten the flavor if available.
- Fresh thyme can be used for a zestier taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg