Vegetarian BLT Salad

Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Vegetarian BLT Salad, a plant-based twist on the classic bacon-lettuce-tomato combination. This hearty salad features crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and the star of the dish—smoky, maple-glazed tempeh "bacon" strips that pack all the savory goodness without the meat. Tossed in a tangy homemade lemon-mayo dressing and garnished with sliced green onions, this vibrant dish is a perfect balance of fresh and indulgent flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a satisfying lunch or a delightful side dish for dinner. Whether you're vegetarian or just looking for a nutritious yet flavorful meal, this salad is sure to leave you craving more! Keywords: Vegetarian BLT Salad, tempeh bacon, plant-based recipes, quick salad recipes, easy vegetarian meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 8 ounces Tempeh
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 Avocado
• 0.5 cup Sliced green onions
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the tempeh bacon. Thinly slice the tempeh into strips about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke, garlic powder, and black pepper to make the marinade.

Step 3

Place the tempeh strips in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring each strip is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 4

While the tempeh is marinating, wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 5

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the tempeh strips for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until they are crispy and golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Peel, pit, and cube the avocado.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise with lemon juice and a pinch of salt to create the dressing.

Step 8

In a large salad bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and sliced green onions.

Step 9

Add the cooked tempeh bacon on top of the salad.

Step 10

Drizzle with the lemon mayo dressing and gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegetarian BLT Salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1238.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2003.7

Total Fat 163.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 117.6mg	0%
Sodium 2168.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.2g	0%
Total Sugars 27.4g
Protein 59.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 453.0mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 3252.6mg	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: 69.9%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 18.8%