Special Diets

Tex-Mex Tofu

• From: California Olive Board

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup lime juice

• 1 Tbs olive oil

• 1 Tbs chili powder

• 2 tsp minced garlic

• 1 lb extra-firm tofu, cut into 4-1/2-inch thick slices

• 1 1/2 cups yellow corn kernels, blanched

• 1 cup cooked pinto beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 cup olives, halved

• 2 Tbs minced jalapenos

• 1 1/4 tsp kosher salt

• 1 tsp ground cumin

Tofu, an excellent source of protein, absorbs the Southwestern flavors in this easy vegetarian meal.

Directions

• In a shallow mixing bowl combine 2 tablespoons of lime juice, 2 teaspoons of olive oil, chili powder and garlic. Place tofu pieces in mixture, cover and marinate for 30 minutes.
• Combine remaining lime juice and olive oil with corn, pinto beans, olives, jalapenos, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and cumin. Set aside. Season tofu with remaining salt and grill over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on each side. Transfer to serving plates and top with 4-5 ounces of corn salsa.