Thai BBQ Vegetable Skewers

Thai BBQ Vegetable Skewers are a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Thai cuisine with a smoky twist. Perfect for grilling, these skewers feature a medley of fresh vegetables marinated in a zesty Thai sauce, making them a delightful vegan option for any barbecue.

Ingredients

• Bell pepper (red, yellow, green) - 1 cup chopped (about 1 pepper each)
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• Red onion - 1 small, cut into wedges
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup
• Mushrooms (button or cremini) - 1 cup, whole
• Tofu (firm) - 200g, cubed
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Peanut butter - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Brown sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Coconut milk - 2 tablespoons
• Skewers (wooden or metal) - 4-6

Steps

1. Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
2. In a bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and coconut milk to create the marinade.
3. Add the cubed tofu to the marinade and let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
4. Prepare the vegetables by cutting them into appropriate sizes for skewering.
5. Thread the marinated tofu and the vegetables onto the skewers, alternating between them.
6. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
7. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
8. Remove from the grill and sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• Good source of plant-based protein from tofu.
• Contains healthy fats from peanut butter and coconut milk.

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