Let’s talk apps for a minute. Is it just me or do you feel like most appetizers feature cheese in on way of another? Be it a dip, a slice, a ball, a log, or a board it’s there front & center. So how does a plant-based eater cope? By adapting! So adapt we shall with these marinated tofu feta bites.
Am I trying to convince you that this will replicate cheese? Hell, no. I know it’s not cheese. What I also know is that the texture, the marinade & protein is all there (in fact more protein, but that’s a discussion for another time). Pair this marinated tofu with cucumber, tomato, olive & greens for great version of a Mediterranean salad. A quick, light & flavorful bite perfect to start off any extended meal. Bonus points: add these cheese to a salad the next day.
Marinated Tofu Feta Bites
Ingredients
- 1/2 -1 block extra firm tofu pressed to remove moisture
- 1-2 cups olive oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1-2 cloves garlic
- salt & pepper
- 10 slices cucumber
- 5 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 10 olives optional
- 1/4 cup microgreens or arugula optional
Instructions
- If possible make a day in advance as the tofu will absorb more flavor.Remove tofu from its container & press well to remove moisture. Cut into bite size pieces.
- In a glass storage jar add the tofu, spices & olive oil. Cover with lid & give a gentle shake to ensure that the tofu is covered in oil. Set aside in refrigerator.
- When ready to prepare as an appetizer, slice cucumbers & tomatoes. Build the appetizers either on a skewer or on a dish. Drizzle a bit of the additional marinade oil.
