Name: Grilled Tofu with Pineapple Salsa
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 bunch cilantro, chopped; 2/3 cup white vegetable stock; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper; 1/4 cup minced ginger root; 2 garlic cloves; black pepper; 2 blocks firm tofu, drained, and cut lengthwise 4 1-in slices; 1 small fresh pineapple; 1/2 jalapeno pepper, minced

Grilled Tofu with Pineapple Salsa

Pass on the high-calorie burgers and wings with this healthy grilled tofu recipe with a tasty pineapple salsa. This is a great way to get you through BBQ season!

Preparation Time5 min

Cooking Time15 min

Ingredients

1 bunch cilantro, chopped
2/3 cup white vegetable stock
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper
1/4 cup minced ginger root
2 garlic cloves
black pepper
2 blocks firm tofu, drained, and cut lengthwise 4 1-in slices
1 small fresh pineapple
1/2 jalapeno pepper, minced

Instructions

In medium-sized baking dish, combine chopped cilantro and next 6 ingredients; add tofu. Marinate 2 hours at room temperature.
Peel pineapple; then finely chop. In serving bowl, combine pineapple, jalapeno pepper, and reserved 1 T chopped cilantro.
Prepare outdoor grill. Lightly oil grill; place tofu on grill over medium heat; reserve marinade.
Grill tofu until lightly browned, brushing frequently with marinade and turning once with a pancake turner. Serve tofu with pineapple mixture. Garnish with cilantro and avocado slices if desired.

TO BROIL IN OVEN: Preheat broiler. Lightly oil rack in broiling pan; place tofu on rack; broil about 6-8 minutes until lightly browned, brushing frequently with marinade and turning once with pancake turner.