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
