Citrus-Marinated Tempeh Skewers are a flavorful and vibrant plant-based dish perfect for grilling or baking. The tempeh absorbs the tangy and sweet marinade, making it a delicious addition to your meal rotation. These skewers are ideal for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.
Citrus-Marinated Tempeh Skewers
Citrus-Marinated Tempeh Skewers
4
15 minutes
15-20 minutes
main dish
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Citrus-Marinated Tempeh Skewers are a flavorful and vibrant plant-based dish perfect for grilling or baking. The tempeh absorbs the tangy and sweet marinade, making it a delicious addition to your meal rotation. These skewers are ideal for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 package tempeh, cut into cubes
- 1 grapefruit, juiced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 orange, zested
- 2 tbsp honey (or a mix of honey and liquid stevia/monk fruit)
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- Pink Himalayan salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F
- In a bowl, mix the grapefruit, lemon, and lime juice along with the orange zest, honey, avocado oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper to create the marinade
- Cut the tempeh into cubes and place them in a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the tempeh, ensuring it's evenly coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator
- Thread the marinated tempeh cubes onto the skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water while the tempeh marinates to prevent burning
- Place the marinated tempeh skewers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased with avocado oil
- Bake the tempeh in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, flipping the skewers halfway through, until they are golden brown and slightly caramelized
Grilling Method
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water while the tempeh marinates to prevent burning.
- Grill the skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are heated through.
