TLT - Tempeh, Lettuce, & Tomato

Dine

Meatless Monday Savior

A take on the traditional BLT; a TLT uses marinated tempeh which is a soy product that mimics bacon in this recipe. Slathered with tangy "Good Sauce", this sandwich will be on rotation for "Meatless Mondays".

tempeh lettuce tomato recipe russell hobbs
russell hobbs tempeh lettuce tomato recipe
russell hobbs tempeh lettuce tomato recipe
russell hobbs tempeh lettuce tomato recipe
russell hobbs tempeh lettuce tomato recipe
russell hobbs tempeh lettuce tomato recipe
  • PREP TIME: 20 MIN
  • COOK TIME: 5 MIN
  • TOTAL TIME: 25 MIN
  • SERVES: 6

Directions

  1. Cut the tempeh crosswise into 12 strips. In a medium-size bowl, mix together the soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke and 2 Tbsp. coconut oil. Add the tempeh strips and toss to coat. Cover and marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl mix together "The Good Sauce" ingredients. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to assemble.
  3. In a sauté pan, heat the remaining 2 Tbsp. coconut oil over medium-high heat. Cook the tempeh for 2 minutes per side, until browned and crispy.
  4. Using the toaster, adjust the browning control to setting 4 and place 2 slices of bread in the toasting slots. Press the lever down fully to begin toasting cycle. Repeat with remaining slices.
  5. For assembly, spread "The Good Sauce" among 6 ciabatta halves. Layer with tempeh "bacon", tomato and lettuce. Top with remaining ciabatta bun.

Ingredients List

  • 1 (8 oz.) package tempeh
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 3 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp. liquid smoke
  • 4 Tbsp. melted coconut oil, divided
  • 6 ciabatta rolls, sliced in half
  • 2 slices greenhouse tomato, quartered
  • 1 large lettuce leaf
"The Good Sauce"
  • 4 Tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp. ketchup
  • 2 tsp. maple syrup
  • 2 tsp. minced garlic
  • 1 Tbsp. soy sauce