Vegan Souvlaki

Tofu souvlaki skewers served on a white plate and topped with chopped parsley.

Trust me when I say you won't miss the meat in this vegan souvlaki recipe! This flavor-packed dish uses tofu as the main protein source. It's first coated in a zesty marinade, then grilled until juicy and tender. Serve with warm pitas smothered in vegan tzatziki for the ultimate Greek feast!

Course Main Course

Cuisine Greek

Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 12

Marinating 30

Total Time 47

Servings

Calories 275kcal

Author Rachel

Ingredients

For the tofu:

1 block super firm tofu or extra-firm tofu pressed
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice
2 cloves garlic minced

For the Souvlaki seasoning:

1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

For serving:

Pita bread
Hummus
Tzatziki sauce
Cucumber sliced
Red onion sliced

Instructions

If not using super firm tofu, press the tofu with a tofu press or use a clean kitchen towel. To press, wrap a lint-free towel around the tofu, then place a heavy object like a plate or can on top. Allow the tofu to press for 15-30 minutes to remove excess moisture.
1 block super firm tofu
When tofu is ready, slice it into cubes or long strips depending on your preference.
In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the souvlaki seasoning.
1 tablespoon dried oregano, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
In a large bowl, combine the tofu, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and souvlaki seasoning. Toss to coat evenly.
¼ cup olive oil, ¼ cup lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Thread the marinated tofu cubes onto skewers. Grill or pan-fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
To assemble, warm the pita bread. Fill each pita with hummus, tzatziki sauce, grilled tofu, cucumber, and red onion.

Notes

Storage

Fridge: Let leftover vegan souvlaki cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freezer: Allow leftovers to cool to room temperature then transfer to a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months (and sometimes longer). Let thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating and serving.

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