Vegan Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Sandwich
A vegan twist on the classic BLT, featuring crispy plant-based bacon, fresh veggies, and toasted bread slathered in creamy mayo.
Ingredients
For the Vegan Bacon:
- ½ cup tempeh coconut bacon, or smoky tofu strips
- 1 tbsp soy sauce for umami magic
- ½ tbsp maple syrup because balance
- ½ tsp smoked paprika for that smoky kick
- ¼ tsp black pepper adds a little heat
For the Sandwich:
- 4 slices sourdough or whole-grain bread toasted to perfection
- 2 tbsp vegan mayo store-bought or homemade
- 1 large tomato sliced thick
- ½ cup crisp lettuce because texture matters
Instructions
- Mix soy sauce, maple syrup, smoked paprika, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Marinate vegan bacon in the mixture for 5 minutes.
- Heat a frying pan over medium and cook bacon for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Toast bread until golden brown.
- Spread vegan mayo generously on each slice.
- Layer crispy bacon, tomato slices, and fresh lettuce.
- Close the sandwich and press lightly to hold everything together.
- Slice in half and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~320
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 15% DV
- Iron: 10% DV
- Folate: 18% DV
- Magnesium: 12% DV
- Potassium: 22% DV
Additional Notes & Tips
- Want it extra crispy? Bake the vegan bacon instead of pan-frying.
- No tempeh? Use thinly sliced eggplant or mushrooms for a smoky bite.
- Love spice? Add sriracha mayo or a dash of hot sauce.
- Gluten-free? Swap for GF bread or lettuce wraps.