Sugar-Free Grilled Tofu Skewers with Spicy Peanut Sauce
Elevate your plant-based grilling game with these Sugar-Free Grilled Tofu Skewers featuring a bold Spicy Peanut Sauce. Packed with vibrant veggies like bell peppers, red onions, and zucchini, alongside protein-rich extra-firm tofu, these skewers are marinated in a zesty blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and lime juice for maximum flavor. The creamy peanut sauce, made with natural peanut butter, unsweetened coconut milk, and a kick of cayenne, adds a fiery yet balanced finish to each bite. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or a weekend BBQ, this recipe is sugar-free, gluten-free (if using gluten-free soy sauce), and ideal for anyone seeking a flavorful, wholesome meal. Serve hot off the grill with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and enjoy the perfect combination of smokiness, spice, and satisfying textures.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu
- 0.25 cup soy sauce, reduced sodium
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1-inch rounds
- 0.25 cup natural peanut butter
- 0.25 cup coconut milk, unsweetened
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed (for peanut sauce)
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 8 pieces wooden skewers, soaked in water
Instructions
Press the tofu between paper towels to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
In a medium bowl, mix together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon sriracha, 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger, and 2 cloves of minced garlic. This will be the marinade.
Add the tofu cubes to the marinade and gently toss to coat. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
Preheat the grill to medium heat.
Alternate threading marinated tofu cubes, bell pepper pieces, red onion pieces, and zucchini slices onto the soaked skewers until all ingredients are used.
In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup natural peanut butter, 1/4 cup coconut milk, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds over low heat. Stir until smooth and heated through to make the spicy peanut sauce.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for approximately 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until tofu is charred and vegetables are tender.
Once the skewers are cooked, remove from the grill and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
Serve the grilled tofu skewers immediately with the spicy peanut sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1252 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.2 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2780 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.9 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 88.4 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2880 mg | 222% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2570 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
