When grilling skewered vegetables and tofu, it doesn't get much simpler than this recipe. All you really need in order to get some vegetarian food on the barbecue is a simple marinade (in this case, store-bought Italian dressing), some veggies (use whatever you like) and some pressed tofu.
Some store-bought Italian dressings contain cheese, so take a quick peek at the label if you'll be using this recipe to serve vegans.
Ingredients:
- 1 package firm or extra-firm tofu, well-pressed and chopped into 1-inch cubes
- 1 zucchini, chopped 1-inch thick
- 8 mushrooms, chopped in half
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped into chunks
- 3/4 cup Italian salad dressing
- bamboo skewers, pre-soaked
- salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation:
Combine tofu and veggies in a shallow pan or sealable plastic bag. Cover with salad dressing, and allow to marinate for at least one hour; overnight is better.
Arrange tofu and veggies on pre-soaked skewers, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Place on heated grill for 5-6 minutes, turning once, until veggies are cooked and tofu is lightly browned.
Note: If you're new to grilling tofu, you might want to check out this quick tip page: How to grill tofu, as it's a bit different than grilling meat.
See also: More vegetarian grilling tips
How to soak bamboo skewers
