High Protein Vegan Kebab

Get ready to elevate your plant-based grilling game with these High Protein Vegan Kebabs—a flavor-packed and nourishing option that’s perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners! Made with a powerhouse combination of firm tofu, cooked chickpeas, and vital wheat gluten, these kebabs boast an impressive protein profile while delivering a tender, slightly chewy texture that mimics traditional meat kebabs. Infused with bold spices like smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic powder, and highlighted by the umami-rich flavors of soy sauce and nutritional yeast, each bite bursts with savory goodness. Paired with colorful grilled vegetables and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these skewers are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Easy to prep in just 30 minutes and beautifully charred on a grill or pan, they’re a healthy, vegan-friendly meal that's perfect served warm alongside vegan tzatziki or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Firm tofu
• 200 grams Cooked chickpeas
• 50 grams Vital wheat gluten
• 30 grams Nutritional yeast
• 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 10 grams Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 8 pieces Wooden skewers
• 300 grams Vegetables for skewers (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, red onion)

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Wrap the tofu in a clean kitchen towel and place something heavy on top.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the pressed tofu, cooked chickpeas, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, soy sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Transfer the mixture into a bowl and gradually knead in the vital wheat gluten. Knead for 2-3 minutes until the mixture becomes slightly elastic and firm. This will form the base of your kebabs.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a kebab around a wooden skewer. If the mixture is too sticky to handle, lightly oil your hands to make shaping easier.

Step 5

Chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces and thread them onto additional skewers, alternating with the shaped kebabs if desired.

Step 6

Heat a grill pan or barbecue over medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface. Cook the kebabs and vegetable skewers for about 5 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through. Rotate as needed to cook evenly.

Step 7

Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the grilled kebabs before serving. Serve warm with your favorite sauces or dips, such as vegan tzatziki or hummus.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1123.4 grams (1123.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1385

Total Fat 55.10g	71%
Saturated Fat 7.60g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4250mg	185%
Total Carbohydrate 117.40g	43%
Dietary Fiber 35.70g	128%
Total Sugars 28.00g
Protein 125.20g	250%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 922mg	71%
Iron 22mg	124%
Potassium 2892mg	62%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.8%

Protein: 34.2%

Carbs: 32.0%