Vegan Crispy Bacon Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and satisfying Vegan Crispy Bacon Salad, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Featuring smoky, maple-infused tempeh strips that crisp up to perfection, this salad delivers all the savory indulgence of bacon without the meat. Nestled atop a bed of fresh mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and tangy red onion slices, every bite is packed with wholesome flavor and texture. Drizzle it all with a zesty balsamic-Dijon vinaigrette to tie the ingredients together in perfect harmony. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is a quick, nutritious, and delicious option for lunch or dinner, making it ideal for vegans and bacon-lovers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams tempeh
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, romaine)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, sliced
• 1 medium avocado, diced
• 0.25 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Slice the tempeh into thin strips about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, maple syrup, smoked paprika, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to create a marinade.

Step 3

Place the tempeh strips in a shallow dish and cover them with the marinade. Let them sit for at least 10 minutes, turning occasionally.

Step 4

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Once hot, add the marinated tempeh strips in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until crispy and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, diced avocado, and red onion slices.

Step 7

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 9

Top the salad with the crispy vegan bacon pieces.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Vegan Crispy Bacon Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1103.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1171.0

Total Fat 75.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3128.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 42.3g
Protein 54.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 409.9mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 3079.5mg	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: 54.1%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 28.6%