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Grilled tofu with beet sauce
Nutritious tofu with beet sauce and toasted sesame seeds

Grilled Tofu with Vibrant Beet Dip

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
Visual experience is part of gastronomy: the vivid purple of the beet provides a dramatic background for the golden-brown tofu. The sweetness of the beet and the neutrality of the tofu are balanced by the freshness of dill and the nuttiness of sesame seeds. A light yet complex tasting dish.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 330 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Blender or Immersion Blender: For the sauce.
  • Grill Pan: For the grill marks.
  • Pot: For boiling beets.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Peel and dice the beets, then boil in salted water until tender. Drain, reserving a small amount of the cooking water.

Tip: The smaller you cut the beets, the faster they will cook.
2 ✓

Cut the tofu into thick slices. Brush with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and crushed garlic. Let sit for 10 minutes.

Tip: Use firm tofu so it doesn't fall apart on the grill grates.
3 ✓

Blend the cooked beets until creamy with the lemon juice, fresh dill, a tablespoon of olive oil, and a splash of cooking water if needed.

Tip: Lemon juice not only adds flavor but helps maintain the beet's vibrant color.
4 ✓

Heat up the grill pan. Grill the tofu slices for 3-4 minutes per side until nice dark stripes appear.

Tip: Don't move the slices while grilling, only when flipping, to get nice marks.
5 ✓

Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet until golden brown.

Tip: Toasting brings out the aroma of the seeds.
6 ✓

To serve, spread a portion of beet sauce on the plate, place the grilled tofu on top, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and extra dill.

Tip: Warm tofu and room-temperature sauce work best.

Recipe FAQ

What can I substitute for dill?
If you don't like dill, parsley or a little thyme also pairs well with beets.
The sauce is too thick.
The water content of boiled beets varies. If the puree is too thick, loosen it with a little water or plant-based milk (e.g., coconut milk).

Ingredients

  • 12 oz Firm Tofu
  • 7 oz Raw Beets
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/3 oz Fresh Dill
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds