Vegan BLT – How to Make Tempeh Bacon

bacon substitute

🥗Healthier: smoked tempeh

💰Cheaper: grilled eggplant

Smoked tempeh provides a similar flavor profile with less fat.

vegan mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado spread

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Avocado spread is creamy and nutritious.

Prepare bacon substitute according to package instructions or recipe.

Toast bread slices until golden brown.

Spread vegan mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread.

Layer lettuce leaves on one slice of bread.

Add slices of tomato on top of the lettuce.

Place prepared bacon substitute on top of the tomato slices.

Optionally, add sliced avocado for creaminess.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Top with the second slice of bread, mayonnaise side down.

Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately.

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