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vegan tempeh sandwich

Vegan Tempeh Sandwich

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Time to Marinate: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This tasty vegan sandwich is made with marinated tempeh, fresh sprouts, and creamy avocado for a simple, yet delicious lunch! This simple sandwich contains 32g of protein!


Ingredients

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  • 8oz tempeh, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons avocado oil
  • 4 slices sourdough bread
  • 1/2 cup clover sprouts or microgreens
  • 1/2 avocado, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. In a large shallow bowl or silicone bag whisk together the soy sauce, maple syrup, and Worcestershire sauce.
  2. Add the tempeh and use a spatula to gently coat it with the marinade.
  3. Marinate for at least an hour or overnight.
  4. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat and spread the tempeh in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 5-7 minutes over medium heat and let it brown before flipping to the other side.
  6. Cook on the other side for another 3-5 minutes until brown on both sides.
  7. Toast the bread until golden brown.
  8. Build the sandwiches by topping the bread with tempeh, sprouts, and avocado.