Vegan Grilled Chicken Skewers with Lemon Herb Marinade

Fire up the grill for these irresistible Vegan Grilled Chicken Skewers with Lemon Herb Marinade! Featuring hearty cubes of extra-firm tofu that soak up a zesty marinade of fresh lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and fragrant herbs like parsley, rosemary, and thyme, these skewers deliver bright, summery flavors with every bite. Paired with a medley of colorful, charred vegetables—red bell peppers, zucchini, and sweet cherry tomatoes—this plant-based recipe is a feast for the eyes and the palate. Perfectly smoky and tender, these skewers are quick to prepare and cook in just 15 minutes, making them a must-try for backyard barbecues, weeknight dinners, or light and healthy entertaining. Serve them with a squeeze of fresh lemon, and let the vibrant flavors of this vegan grilling favorite shine!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 oz Extra-firm tofu
• 0.25 cup Lemon juice
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Maple syrup
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tbsp Fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium Zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 10 skewers Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu: Wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top (such as a cast-iron skillet) for about 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

Prepare the marinade by whisking together lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup, minced garlic, fresh parsley, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 3

Once pressed, cut the tofu into approximately 1-inch cubes.

Step 4

Place the tofu cubes in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring all cubes are well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

Step 5

While the tofu is marinating, prepare vegetables by cutting the red bell pepper into 1-inch pieces and slicing the zucchini into thick rounds.

Step 6

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, approximately 375°F (190°C).

Step 7

Thread the marinated tofu cubes, red bell peppers, zucchini slices, and cherry tomatoes onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating between tofu and vegetables.

Step 8

Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are charred and tender, and the tofu has grill marks.

Step 9

Remove skewers from the grill and serve immediately. They can be served with additional lemon wedges or fresh herbs for garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1119.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1349.8

Total Fat 93.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2468.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 77.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3204.6mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 2454.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.5%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 17.4%