Grilled Tempeh with Roasted Vegetables Recipe
This grilled tempeh with roasted vegetables recipe offers a smoky, flavorful plant-based main dish paired with sweet, tender roasted veggies. Perfectly marinated tempeh strips are grilled to perfection while a colorful mix of bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion roast until caramelized and delicious. A healthy, satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare and packed with vibrant flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Tempeh and Marinade
- 1 block tempeh (8 oz) ($3.00)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce ($0.20)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup ($0.50)
- 1 clove garlic, minced ($0.15)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika ($0.15)
- Salt and pepper to taste ($0.10)
Roasted Vegetables
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, red onion) ($3.00)
- 1 tbsp olive oil ($0.25)
- Salt and pepper to taste ($0.10)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or set your oven to 400°F (200°C) if roasting. This ensures even cooking and the right temperature for caramelization and grilling.
- Slice and Marinate Tempeh: Cut the tempeh into 1/2 inch thick strips. In a shallow dish, combine soy sauce, maple syrup, minced garlic, and smoked paprika. Place the tempeh strips in the marinade, ensuring they soak up the flavors for about 15 minutes.
- Prepare Vegetables: While the tempeh marinates, chop the bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion into chunky pieces. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper to coat evenly.
- Roast Vegetables: If using the oven, spread the vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure they cook evenly and become tender and caramelized.
- Grill Tempeh: Place marinated tempeh strips on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until grill marks appear and tempeh is heated through. Alternatively, bake the tempeh in the oven alongside the veggies for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve: Plate the grilled tempeh with the roasted vegetables on the side. Optionally, drizzle any leftover marinade over the tempeh for an extra boost of flavor. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- You can use an oven for both tempeh and vegetables if you don’t have a grill.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- Marinating tempeh longer than 15 minutes can deepen flavor.
- This dish pairs well with cooked quinoa or brown rice for a complete meal.
- Make sure to turn tempeh carefully on the grill to avoid breaking.
Keywords: grilled tempeh, roasted vegetables, plant-based, vegan dinner, healthy grilling, smoky tempeh, maple soy marinade
