Grilled Tofu with Grapefruit and Avocado Salsa

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Grilled Tofu with Grapefruit and Avocado Salsa

 

2 packages firm tofu

2 red grapefruits

3 navel oranges

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil

3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt, divided

1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and minced (about 1/2 cup)

1/4 red onion, minced (about 1/4 cup)

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced and packed

1 bag baby spinach blend, washed and dried when ready to cook

1/2 avocado, ripe but firm, diced just before cooking

 

Drain the tofu packages and remove the tofu. Slice the blocks horizontally so

they are half their original height. Cut the rectangles diagonally into 2

triangles each. Set them on paper towels to drain while you prepare the

marinade.

Halve one grapefruit and one orange and squeeze 1/2 cup of juice from each. Stir

in 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Blot the tops of the tofu with more paper towels.

Arrange the tofu in a single layer in a large dish. Season with the cayenne

pepper and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Mix the marinade well and pour it over the tofu.

Cover with plastic wrap and allow to marinate over night or for at least several

hours, turning once.

Make the salsa now if you have time. Peel the remaining grapefruit and oranges.

Use a paring knife to remove the outer membrane. Work over a bowl to catch the

juices, and cut between the membranes to release the segments. Repeat with the

oranges. Halve each fruit segment. Add the diced bell pepper, red onion, and

cilantro. Season with remaining 1/8 teaspoon of salt. Cover and refrigerate.

When you're ready to cook the tofu, heat a grill pan over high heat and add 1

teaspoon olive oil (or use a non-stick frying pan). Add the tofu and marinade

and cook about 3 minutes on each side, turning gently with tongs or a spatula.

Remove the tofu and add the spinach to the pan. Stir it around briefly so it

just wilts, about 1 or 2 minutes. Arrange spinach in the center of 4 plates. Lay

2 triangles of tofu on top. Spoon grapefruit salsa around the tofu and garnish

with fresh avocado chunks.

Makes 4 servings.

 

 

 

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