Vegan Tzatziki with Greek Tofu Souvlaki
This classic greek yogurt dip paired with a herby and zesty grilled tofu souvlaki (skewers) are delicious - even more when paired together in a pita!
Servings: 2
Ingredients
Vegan Tzatziki
- 1 cup vegan yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 japanese cucumber
- 1 tsp dried dill (1 tbsp fresh dill)
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- salt
Tofu Souvlaki
- 300 g extra firm tofu
- 2 tbsp dried mixed herbs
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Freeze your extra firm tofu and thaw them in the microwave for 2-3 minutes. Drain off excess water.
- Break them into chunks. Mix the ingredients for souvlaki marinade. Toss them into the marinade and coat them evenly with the sauce.
- Insert about 4 to 5 pieces into a skewer and repeat the process. Brush the skewers with any extra marinade.
- Let them marinate for an hour to overnight. Then bake them at 200C for about 15-20 minutes.
- For the Tzatziki, shred half a cucumber. Add some salt and leave it out for 10 minutes and drain excess water.
- To a bowl, add all your ingredients, except olive oil and give them a good mix. Drizzle some olive oil on top.
- Serve them in stuffed pitas, or have them as they are. Enjoy!