Vegan Tempeh Bacon Breakfast Burrito
Who needs greasy, questionable fast-food breakfast when you can have a vegan tempeh bacon breakfast burrito that actually tastes amazing? Tempeh gets a smoky, crispy makeover that even bacon lovers would approve of. Fresh veggies add crunch, creamy avocado brings the richness, and a warm tortilla wraps it all up like a delicious little gift. No weird chemicals, no guilt—just high-protein, flavor-packed goodness in every bite. It’s cheap, filling, and ridiculously easy to make. So, are you ready to level up your breakfast game without sacrificing taste (or your dignity)?
Vegan Tempeh Bacon Breakfast Burrito
A savory, protein-rich burrito loaded with crispy tempeh bacon, creamy avocado, fresh veggies, and smoky spices, all wrapped in a warm tortilla.
Ingredients
For the Tempeh Bacon:
- ½ block tempeh about 4 oz, sliced into thin strips
- 1 tbsp soy sauce for umami goodness
- 1 tbsp maple syrup for that sweet-savory magic
- 1 tsp liquid smoke for the “bacon” effect
- ½ tsp smoked paprika because smoky is better
- ½ tsp garlic powder flavor booster
- ½ tsp black pepper just a hint of heat
- 1 tbsp olive oil for that crispy edge
For the Burrito Filling:
- ½ avocado mashed, because creamy is key
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes diced, for freshness
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh spinach because balance
- 2 tbsp salsa adds the zing
- 2 large whole wheat tortillas or your go-to wrap
Instructions
- Mix the soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Coat the tempeh slices in the marinade and let them soak for 5 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Cook the tempeh slices for 3-4 minutes per side until crispy.
- Mash the avocado in a bowl with a fork.
- Dice the cherry tomatoes and chop the red onion.
- Warm the tortillas in a pan or microwave for a few seconds.
- Spread mashed avocado on each tortilla.
- Layer crispy tempeh bacon, cherry tomatoes, red onion, spinach, and salsa on top.
- Wrap the burrito tightly, slice in half, and admire your creation.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~350
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 20% DV
- Magnesium: 15% DV
- Folate: 25% DV
- Potassium: 22% DV
- Calcium: 10% DV
Additional Notes & Tips
- No liquid smoke? Use extra smoked paprika.
- Want extra crunch? Add shredded cabbage.
- Need more protein? Toss in some black beans.
- Make it meal-prep friendly. Store tempeh bacon in the fridge for easy assembly.
