Vegan BLT With Tempeh and Carrot Bacon

Name: Vegan BLT With Tempeh and Carrot Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large carrots, washed and peeled; 1 (8 oz) package tempeh, sliced into 1/4-inch thick strips (You'll likely have some tempeh leftover after making sandwiches.); 4 slices bread; 4 tablespoons Oil-Free Vegan Mayo (Or sub store-bought); 4 leaves romaine lettuce (Or use what you have!); 2 large beefsteak or heirloom tomatoes; 1/4 cup tamari or soy sauce; 3 tablespoons maple syrup; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon liquid smoke; 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional; black pepper

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:20min

With carrot bacon AND tempeh bacon, this Vegan BLT is full of both flavor and nutrition! A healthier version of the classic, keep it oil-free with my Aquafaba Mayo. For a gluten-free BLT, use your favorite GF bread, and use tamari in the marinade. TIP: For simplicity I opted to bake the carrots and tempeh together, but if you have an air fryer and want to try Tabitha Brown's method for extra crispy carrot bacon, check out her easy instructions in this YouTube video.

Updated at: Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:18:06 GMT