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Grilled Turmeric Herbed Tofu

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Author: Maika
A great addition to your rice bowls. With avocado oil, aromatic turmeric, oregano, rosemary, basil, onion, parsley, thyme, pepper flakes, and more. It’s a fast way to prep ahead.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Servings 5
Course: Vegetarian, Sides
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Keyword: 15 minute meal, Air Fryer, Bake, Bowls, Dairy Free, Dinner, Egg Free, Gluten-Free, Healthy, Lemon, Lunch, Meal Prep, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Nut-free, Pescatarian, Pollotarian, Quick and easy, Recipes, Sheet Pan, Spicy, Summer, Tofu, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian
Calories: 108.17kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces extra firm tofu sliced into ½-inch thick, 2-inch rectangle pieces
  • 2 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Tofu Press

Instructions

  • Optional: Use a tofu press to release more liquid from the tofu, this process can take about a minimum of 30 minutes to ideally an hour.
  • Place the block of firm tofu on your cutting board with the long length being horizontal.
  • Slice the block of tofu in half horizontally.
  • Then slice the tofu vertically into ½-inch thick pieces.
  • Place in a large mixing bowl.
  • Combine with all remaining ingredients, except for the lemon zest.
  • In the Ninja 5-in1 Indoor Grill, add the grill attachment.
  • Turn on the Ninja 5-in1 Indoor Grill, select "Grill", choose "MED" (450 Fahrenheit), and set the time to 15 minutes.
  • Once the indicator shows "add food", using your tongs add the tofu pieces flat down and close immediately. Less time open less heat lost, ensuring optimal uniform cooking
  • Note: Do not open the Ninja during the cooking process.
  • Once the indicator shows "end" with the alarm, using your tongs remove the tofu pieces into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add lemon zest and toss gently.
  • For leftovers, cool down completely and store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • Preheat your grill on medium, about 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Optional: Use a tofu press to release more liquid from the tofu, this process can take about a minimum of 30 minutes to ideally an hour.
  • Place the block of firm tofu on your cutting board with the long length being horizontal.
  • Slice the block of tofu in half horizontally.
  • Then slice the tofu vertically into ½-inch thick pieces.
  • Place in a large mixing bowl.
  • Combine with all remaining ingredients, except for the lemon zest.
  • Allow marinating in a small container with a lid or zipper storage bag for 30 minutes.
  • Once the grill is heated, using your tongs add the tofu pieces flat down grill.
  • In about 7 minutes, flip the pieces to grill mark the other side.
  • Let it grill for another 8 minutes.
  • Use your tongs to remove the tofu pieces into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add lemon zest and toss gently.
  • For leftovers, cool down completely and store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • Preheat your oven to medium-high, about 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Optional: Use a tofu press to release more liquid from the tofu, this process can take about a minimum of 30 minutes to ideally an hour.
  • Place the block of firm tofu on your cutting board with the long length being horizontal.
  • Slice the block of tofu in half horizontally.
  • Then slice the tofu vertically into ½-inch thick pieces.
  • Place in a large mixing bowl.
  • Combine with all remaining ingredients, except for the lemon zest.
  • Allow marinating in a small container with a lid or zipper storage bag for 30 minutes.
  • Using a sheet pan, place parchment paper and lay out the tofu pieces with a pair of tongs.
  • Once the oven is heated, place the sheet pan in the oven on the middle rack.
  • In about 7 minutes, quickly flip the pieces to evenly cook and close the oven door. The less time you have the oven open the less heat you lose, ensuring optimal uniform cooking.
  • Let it bake for another 8 minutes.
  • Use your tongs to remove the tofu pieces into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add lemon zest and toss gently.
  • For leftovers, cool down completely and store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Calories: 108.17kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.8g | Protein: 7.04g | Fat: 7.44g | Saturated Fat: 0.95g | Sodium: 526.82mg | Fiber: 0.82g | Sugar: 1.03g
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