Grilled Seitan with Cucumber
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This grilled seitan with cucumber is one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and honestly tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did. Seitan is such a wonderful plant based protein that's packed with amino acids, making it perfect if you're looking to keep meals satisfying and nutritious. The char from the grill combined with that bright lemon and herb marinade creates something really special, while the cool cucumber salad on the side provides the perfect refreshing contrast. It's simple, it's quick, and it never fails to impress whoever's at my table.
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Ingredients
- 397 gseitan(sliced into 4 steaks, about 3/4 inch thick)
- 3 tbspolive oil
- 3 tbspfresh lemon juice
- 3 clovesgarlic(minced)
- 1 tbspfresh thyme(chopped)
- 1 tspfresh rosemary(chopped)
- 1 tspsea salt
- 1 tspblack pepper
- 2 mediumcucumber(thinly sliced)
- 2 tbspfresh dill(chopped)
- 2 tbspred wine vinegar
- 1 tspdijon mustard
- 1 smallshallot(minced)
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Instructions
- 1
Combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary in a shallow bowl to create the marinade.
Tip: Prepare the marinade while your grill preheats for maximum flavor development.
- 2
Pat the seitan steaks dry with paper towels, then generously coat both sides with the marinade. Season with salt and pepper.
Tip: Drying the seitan helps it achieve better browning on the grill.
- 3
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat for 5 minutes until hot.
Tip: A properly heated grill prevents sticking and creates nice grill marks.
- 4
Place seitan steaks on the hot grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly charred, basting with any remaining marinade.
Tip: Avoid moving the seitan too much; let it sit to develop a flavorful crust.
- 5
While the seitan grills, whisk together red wine vinegar, dijon mustard, and minced shallot in a small bowl.
Tip: This vinaigrette will brighten the cool cucumber salad perfectly.
- 6
Toss sliced cucumber with the vinaigrette, fresh dill, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Let it sit for 5 minutes to marinate.
Tip: The cucumber releases its own juices and absorbs the dressing beautifully during this resting time.
- 7
Transfer the grilled seitan steaks to serving plates and arrange the cucumber salad alongside.
Tip: The contrast of warm grilled seitan with cool, crisp cucumber creates a balanced and refreshing meal.
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