Grilled Tofu Gyros with Vegan Greek Tzatziki Sauce
Grilled Tofu Gyros with a light homemade Vegan Tzatziki Sauce: one of my favorite Greek dishes, easy to make, and way healthier than the original recipe!
Ingredients
For the grilled tofu
- 2 blocks Firm tofu better if hard pressed
- 1/4 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcester sauce
- 1 tsp Mustard
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1/4 tsp Coriander
- 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 1/4 tsp Thyme
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1/4 tsp Dill
- 1/4 tsp Cloves
- 2 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil
For the vegan tzatziki sauce
- 1/2 Cucumber peeled and finely diced into small cubes
- 1 cup Plant-based Greek Yogurt or regular Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp Fresh dill
- 1 tsp White vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1/4 tsp Garlic powder
For the vegan tofu gyros
- 4 Pita breads
- 2 cups Lettuce finely shredded
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes diced
- 1/2 cup Red onion finely sliced (optional)
- Air-fryed French fries optional
Instructions
For the grilled tofu
- Mix together all of the ingredients for the tofu marinade.
- Gently press the tofu and remove all the excess water, then cut it into 8-10 slices.
- Pour the marinade over the tofu slices, making sure to coat both sides.
- Cook for about 5 minutes per side on the grills (or on a non-sticking pan), flipping halfway through. The tofu should become crispy and golden on the outside.
For the vegan tzatziki sauce
- Finely shred the cucumber, add the salt, and let it drain in a colander for at least 10 minutes.
- Mix together the Greek yogurt, oil, garlic powder, black pepper, lemon juice, salt, and white vinegar in a bowl.
- Take the cucumber and squeeze out any more excess liquid using your hands or cheesecloth.
- Add to the yogurt mixture, and stir very well. Add the fresh dill, and place the tzatziki in the fridge for a couple of minutes before serving.
For the vegan gyros
- Heat the pita for a couple of minutes on a pan.
- Now it's time to assemble the vegan gyros: place the tomatoes, shredded lettuce, onion, and fries on the bottom, place the grilled tofu, and cover everything with the vegan tzatziki.
- Wrap the gyros and enjoy while still warm!
Notes
*Nutrition facts are shown without French fries
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Grilled Tofu Gyros with Vegan Greek Tzatziki Sauce
Amount per Serving
Calories
320
% Daily Value*
Fat
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Trans Fat
0.003
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
8
g
Cholesterol
3
mg
1
%
Sodium
1921
mg
84
%
Potassium
497
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
42
g
14
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
12
g
24
%
Vitamin A
621
IU
12
%
Vitamin C
23
mg
28
%
Calcium
150
mg
15
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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