Wonder what’s better than bacon? A healthy slab of NON bacon that still has that savory smokey flavor we all love but without the nutrition consequences.
This here is a weekend favorite lunch of ours that is nutrient dense, hearty and very filling! We took a spin on the standard BLT (bacon, lettuce, tomato) and made our own version by substituting the meat for bacon flavored tempeh and the tomato for avocado.
You can certainly add tomatoes, cucumbers or any other vegetable of your preference, but this is ours.
Tempeh is a fermented soy product that has a high content of protein, fiber and vitamins. Some of it’s benefits include:
- Contains probiotics that aid in balancing gut health
- Promotes muscle growth
- Lowers cholesterol levels
- Reduces inflammation
- Increases bone density
I have listed the exact products that we use so you can find them at your grocery store. If you are not sure where to find these items, click the products below and you will be directed to their website. Find the “Where to Buy” page and enter your zip code.
TTLA - Tempeh 'Bacon', Tomato, Lettuce & Avocado Sandwich
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Lightlife Organic Fakin' Bacon Tempeh Strips
- 2 slices Ezekiel Sesame Sprouted Whole Grain Bread
- 1/2 Avocado
- 1 cup Romaine Lettuce or Spinach
- 1-2 slices tomato (optional)
Instructions
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Heat the tempeh strips on a non stick pan for a 2 minutes and flip for another 2 minutes
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Toast Ezekiel slices and slice half of an avocado
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Construct your sandwich with the tempeh strips, avocado slices, and romaine lettuce or spinach
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Cut the sandwich in half and serve!
