This healthy vegan tempeh BLT has all the makings of a fantastic sandwich. The smoky tempeh bacon with the creaminess of cashew vegan mayo and avocado goes beautifully with the fresh lettuce and tomato on toasted sprouted grain bread. It's so yummy, you won't even know it's healthy. It's vegan, oil-free, high protein, and absolutely delish.
The sweet and smoky tempeh bacon combined with the tangy mayo, fresh lettuce, tomato, and creamy avocado makes this vegan blt sandwich a winner!
Not only is this sandwich incredibly delicious, but it's also packed with plant-based protein and nutrients. Tempeh, a fermented soy, is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a nutritious choice for anyone looking to incorporate more plant-based foods into their diet. Unsure about soy? Check out this article, the top 10 benefits of soy.
If you're following the Daniel Fast, you can substitute the bread with a sprouted grain wrap or romaine lettuce leaves.
What's in this healthy vegan tempeh BLT?
- Tempeh bacon
- Romaine lettuce
- Tomato
- Avocado
- Sprouted grain bread (we used Food for Life Ezekiel bread) or sprouted grain tortilla wrap
- Cashew vegan mayo (or low-fat vegan mayo)
- Sriracha hot sauce (optional)
- Dill pickle (optional)
How to prepare this vegan BLT
Start by preparing the cashew vegan mayo and sweet and smoky tempeh bacon. Set aside.
Slice avocado and tomato.
Toast your bread, then layer on the lettuce and tomato. Spread the vegan mayo and sriracha (if using), sliced avocado, and tempeh bacon.
Enjoy with an optional dill pickle and a copycat Starbucks Pink Drink.
We use the Food for Life brand, Ezekiel bread, but any sprouted whole-grain bread will do. Be sure to check the ingredients label to make sure it's made with whole plant food ingredients and does not contain potassium-bromated flour, due to health risks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, absolutely. However, the main difference between store-bought and making your own tempeh bacon is that store-bought has oil, more sodium, and is more expensive.
Yes, store-bought vegan mayo will work. However, store-bought mayo contains oil and is processed, so it's vegan, but not whole food plant-based.
Tempeh bacon is healthy compared to traditional bacon from a pig. Tempeh is high in protein, low in saturated fat, and contains fiber, which is beneficial for health. Traditional bacon is processed meat and is classified as a class 1 carcinogen (cancer-causing) by the World Health Organization due to its link to colon cancer. Tempeh bacon is a healthy alternative to animal-based bacon.
You can swap out the cashew vegan mayo for a low-fat vegan mayo. Additionally, you can either eliminate the sliced avocado or reduce the amount used and/or substitute it with Dijon mustard.
We hope you love this vegan tempeh BLT recipe as much as we do. Please rate and leave a comment below. Be sure to share a picture on Instagram and tag us @danielsplaterecipes so we can see your creation!
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Tempeh BLT
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This tempeh BLT has all the makings of a fantastic sandwich. The smoky tempeh bacon with the creaminess of cashew vegan mayo and avocado go beautifully with the fresh lettuce and tomato on toasted sprouted grain bread. It's so yummy, you won't even know it's healthy. It's vegan, oil-free, and absolutely delish.
Ingredients
- 4 slices sprouted whole grain bread
- 10-12 slices of tempeh bacon
- ½ to 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 2 to 4 romaine lettuce leaves
- ¼ cup cashew vegan mayo
- 2 tsp sriracha (optional)
- dill pickle (optional)
Instructions
Start by preparing the cashew vegan mayo and sweet and smoky tempeh bacon. Set aside.
Slice avocado and tomato.
Toast your bread, then layer on the lettuce and tomato. Spread the vegan mayo and sriracha (if using), sliced avocado, and tempeh bacon.
Enjoy with an optional dill pickle and a copycat Starbucks Pink Drink.
This tempeh BLT stores wrapped in wax paper or foil in the refrigerator for a few days.
Notes
EQUIPMENT / SUPPLIES
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoons
- Air fryer (to make tempeh bacon)
- Mini blender (to may cashew vegan mayo)
- Toaster (to toast bread)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch/Dinner Entrée
- Method: Air Fryer & Blender
- Cuisine: American
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