Grilled Tofu Tacos with Avocado Cashew Cream

Name: Grilled Tofu Tacos with Avocado Cashew Cream
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 1 block extra-firm tofu sliced about 1/4-inch thick; 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil for the tofu marinade; 1 lime juice and zest, for the marinade; 1 garlic clove minced, for the marinade; 1/2 tsp agave; 1/4 tsp onion powder; 1/4 tsp paprika; 1/4 tsp chipotle powder; 1/4 tsp cumin; Sea salt; Black pepper; Avocado for the avocado cashew cream; Raw cashews for the avocado cashew cream; Jalapeño for the avocado cashew cream; Lime juice for the avocado cashew cream; Water for the avocado cashew cream; Sea salt for the avocado cashew cream; Cabbage slaw for serving; Corn tortillas for serving; Fresh cilantro for serving; Lime wedges for serving

Smoky chipotle-lime grilled tofu, crunchy cabbage, and a cool avocado cashew cream — taco night, fully convincing.

DifficultyMediumTotal time50 minServes3

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Overview

Prep45 min

Cook5 min

Total50 min

Servings3

DifficultyMedium

Equipment

Grill or grill pan
Blender
Shallow dish for marinating

Method

Press the tofu

Press the tofu to remove excess moisture.

Make the marinade

Whisk together olive oil, lime juice and zest, garlic, agave, onion powder, paprika, chipotle, cumin, salt, and pepper.

Marinate

Marinate the tofu for about 30 minutes.

Blend the cream

Blend avocado, cashews, jalapeño, lime, water, and salt until creamy.

Prepare the slaw

Prepare the cabbage slaw.

Heat the grill

Heat a grill or grill pan.

Grill the tofu

Grill the tofu for a few minutes per side until marked and heated through.

Warm the tortillas

Warm the tortillas.

Fill the tacos

Fill with slaw and grilled tofu.

Finish

Spoon avocado cashew cream over the top and finish with cilantro and lime.

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Tips

NotePressing tofu isn't glamorous, but removing that water helps the marinade actually get somewhere.

NoteThe avocado cashew cream is worth making generously. Leftovers are excellent on almost everything.

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Nutrition

AllergensSoy, Tree Nuts

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Storage

RefrigeratorMarinated tofu keeps up to 2 days raw; the cashew cream keeps 2-3 days airtight — press plastic wrap onto the surface to prevent browning.

Frequently asked

Can I pan-fry instead of grilling?+

Yes — a hot grill pan or regular skillet works well; look for the same golden, marked surface.

How do I make it nut free?+

Replace the cashew cream with plain avocado blended with lime and water.

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