Vegetarian Classic Bacon and Egg Breakfast

Wake up to the perfect plant-based start with this Vegetarian Classic Bacon and Egg Breakfast, a satisfying twist on a timeless favorite. This dish swaps traditional bacon and eggs for crispy tempeh bacon and a protein-packed tofu scramble infused with golden turmeric, savory nutritional yeast, and creamy almond milk. Fresh baby spinach, juicy diced tomatoes, and a sprinkle of chives elevate the flavor and nutrition profile, while whole grain toast rounds out the meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vibrant breakfast is a wholesome, delicious choice for those craving comfort food without compromising on health or ethics. Perfect for a hearty weekend brunch or an energizing weekday breakfast, this recipe delivers all the flavor you love, completely vegetarian.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 block firm tofu
• 6 pieces tempeh bacon strips
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup baby spinach
• 1 small tomato, diced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 2 slices whole grain bread

Directions

Step 1

Drain and press the tofu to remove excess water. Crumble the tofu into a bowl to achieve a scrambled egg-like texture.

Step 2

In a large non-stick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the crumbled tofu to the skillet. Stir in turmeric powder, nutritional yeast, almond milk, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the tofu is heated through and the spices are well combined.

Step 4

Add the baby spinach and diced tomato to the tofu mixture and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomato is slightly softened. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

In another pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and cook the tempeh bacon strips according to the package instructions, usually 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.

Step 6

While the tempeh bacon is cooking, toast the whole grain bread slices to your preference, either using a toaster or an oven.

Step 7

To serve, divide the tofu scramble between two plates and sprinkle with chopped chives. Add the crispy tempeh bacon strips and a slice of toasted bread to each plate.

Step 8

Enjoy your satisfying and nutritious vegetarian breakfast!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(653.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1234.4

Total Fat 72.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2987.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 13.0g
Protein 85.9g	0%

Vitamin D 11.0IU	0%
Calcium 1145.1mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 1758.7mg	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: 51.7%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 21.0%