Weight Loss Recipes : Grilled Tofu and Mushroom Brochettes

(makes 4 servings)

Ingredients:
12 oz. white button mushrooms


10 (½oz.) package of firm beancurd (tofu)


4 tbsp white wine vinegar


3 tbsp olive oil


1 lemon


1 garlic clove, crushed


1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped


1 tbsp cilantro, chopped


1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped


Salt and pepper, to taste


Preparation:Wash outside of lemon thoroughly with warm water and soap. Pat dry then grate peel and set aside. In a medium bowl, slice lemon in half and squeeze out juice.


Add the garlic, olive oil, white wine vinegar and chopped herbs with the lemon juice and mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste.


Using a damp cloth, clean mushrooms and remove any excess soil. Slice mushrooms in half and set aside.


Using a sharp knife, slice the tofu into medium chunks. Thread tofu alternated with sliced mushrooms onto metal or wood skewers. Place brochettes into a shallow pan and pour the lemon-herb marinade over the skewers, coating evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 1-2 hours.


Prepare grill.


Remove brochettes and set aside marinade for basting. Cook brochettes over a hot grill, brushing often with the reserved marinade until cooked through (about 6 minutes).


Serve with an extra sprinkling of chopped fresh herbs and lemon wedges.


Make 4 Servings:Weight loss recipes Amount Per Serving(¼ of recipe (200 g)): 164 Calories, 8 g Protein, 8 g carbohydrates, 2 g Dietary Fiber, 12 g fat, 2 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 31 mg sodium