Chili Lime Corn with Smoked Tofu
Chili Lime Corn with Smoked Tofu
This zesty, spicy chili lime corn with smoky tofu is the perfect side dish for any Mexican meal or a light lunch. A refreshing and vibrant blend of flavors that’s easy to make!
Equipment
- Oven, Baking sheet, Mixing bowl, Knife, Cutting board, Spoon
Ingrediënten
- 1 pound 455 g yellow corn kernels, fresh, frozen, or canned
- 6 ounces 170 g extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed (Oven-Smoked Tofu works nicely here)
- 1 red bell pepper cored, seeded, and diced
- 3 scallions chopped
- 1 fresh lime thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructies
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C, or gas mark 6).
- Toss the corn, tofu, red bell pepper, scallions, lime slices, lime juice, olive oil, and cayenne pepper together in a mixing bowl.
- Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the corn is tender and the lime slices begin to curl and brown.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
For a complete meal, mix this chili lime corn with rice and beans for a satisfying and balanced dish.
Wine Advice:
A crisp, cold margarita or a light, citrusy white wine like Albariño pairs well with this flavorful dish.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 190 kcal | Carbohydrates: 24 g | Protein: 9 g | Fat: 9 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 5 g | Salt: 0.4 g
