Tempeh Reuben Sandwich
Savor the delicious flavors of this vegan tempeh reuben sandwich with smoky tempeh, tangy sauerkraut, and Vegan Thousand Island Dressing.
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Calories: 514kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 oz tempeh
- 3 Tablespoons coconut aminos, (or regular aminos) for marinade
- ½ cup vegetable broth, for marinade
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil (omit if oil free)
- 4 slices rye bread
- 1 cup Vegan Thousand Island Dressing
- ⅔ cup sauerkraut
Instructions
- Cut the tempeh block into quarters, then split each quarter in half with a sharp knife to make 8 thin slabs.
- To make the marinade, whisk together the vegetable broth, coconut aminos, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika in a dish with a tight-fitting lid.
- Add the tempeh slabs to the marinade. Put the lid on and very gently shake to allow the marinade to cover the tempeh slabs. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes.
- While the tempeh is marinating, prepare the Vegan Thousand Island Dressing according to recipe instructions. It's a 5-minute recipe. Set the sauce aside.
- Add the tempeh slabs to the air fryer basket and cook at 350°F (175 °C) for 10 minutes.
- While the tempeh is cooking, prepare the bread. Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Brush one side of each slice of bread with olive oil.
- Place the coated side of the bread into the preheated cast iron skillet and toast for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown. Flip the bread and turn off the heat.
- Assemble the sandwich by adding a generous layer of Vegan Thousand Island Dressing to each side.
- Layer on the sauerkraut and cooked tempeh slabs, close the sandwich, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
- Substitute with Tofu: Not a fan of tempeh? Slice the tofu into thin slabs and marinade for the same time. Air fry for 15 minutes or until golden.
- Don’t skimp on dressing: It ties all the flavors together, so be generous.
- Leftovers: Store leftover ingredients (tempeh, sauce, sauerkraut, and bread) separately in covered or airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Assemble when you're ready to eat.
Nutrition
Calories: 514kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 879mg | Potassium: 814mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 211mg | Iron: 7mg
