Vegan Bacon Mushroom Jack Burger

Indulge in the ultimate plant-based experience with this Vegan Bacon Mushroom Jack Burger, a hearty twist on a classic favorite. Featuring smoky, crispy tempeh "bacon," caramelized sautéed mushrooms, and gooey vegan jack cheese, this burger packs delicious layers of flavor and texture in every bite. Nestled on a bed of crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices, all stacked between fluffy vegan buns, this burger is perfect for satisfying comfort food cravings without compromise. With a quick 30-minute prep and just 20 minutes of cooking time, it’s an easy, flavorful dinner option that showcases the best of vegan indulgence. Whether you're a seasoned plant-based eater or simply exploring new tastes, this burger will leave your taste buds delighted!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 ounces tempeh
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoons liquid smoke
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup mushrooms
• 4 pieces vegan burger patties
• 4 slices vegan jack cheese slices
• 4 pieces vegan burger buns
• 4 leaves lettuce leaves
• 1 large tomato
• 1 onion
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Slice the tempeh into thin strips, approximately 1/8-inch thick.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the soy sauce, liquid smoke, maple syrup, and paprika.

Step 3

Add the tempeh strips to the dish, ensuring they are fully submerged in the marinade. Allow them to marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 4

While the tempeh is marinating, slice the mushrooms and preheat a skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of avocado oil.

Step 5

Sauté the mushrooms for about 5-7 minutes until they release their juices and become golden brown. Season with salt and black pepper. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 6

After marinating, heat another tablespoon of avocado oil in the skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Add the tempeh bacon strips to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until crispy. Remove and set aside.

Step 8

In the same pan, cook the vegan burger patties according to package instructions, about 4-5 minutes on each side.

Step 9

Place a slice of vegan jack cheese on each patty during the final minute of cooking to melt the cheese.

Step 10

Slice the tomato and onion into thin rounds.

Step 11

Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a vegan patty with melted cheese, crispy tempeh bacon, sautéed mushrooms, tomato slices, and onion rings.

Step 12

Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1568.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2965.3

Total Fat 161.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8683.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 257.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.4g	0%
Total Sugars 57.1g
Protein 155.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1204.8mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 3771.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 33.1%