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A plate of Scrambled Tempeh, topped with avocado, and served with toast.

Scrambled Tempeh

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Scrambled Tempeh is an easy vegan breakfast, made with a vegetable and tempeh mixture, and tofu eggs for the classic egg breakfast. This high protein breakfast is gluten-free and full of flavor.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 374
Author Elizabeth

Ingredients

Tempeh Scramble

  • 1 Medium Yellow Onion small diced
  • 1 Medium Bell Pepper small diced
  • 4 Ounces Mushrooms diced
  • 2 8 Ounce Blocks Tempeh crumbled
  • 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce, Tamari, or Liquid Aminos
  • 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Broth
  • 1 Teaspoon Liquid Smoke
  • 1 Teaspoon Paprika

Tofu Eggs

  • 1 16 Ounce Block Firm Tofu
  • 2 Tablespoons Nutritional Yeast
  • 2 Teaspoons Garlic Powder
  • 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ½ Teaspoon Turmeric
  • ¼ Teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

  • Cook the onion, pepper, and mushrooms in a non-stick pan over medium heat for 5 minutes, until mostly soft.
  • Add the tempeh, soy sauce, vegetable broth, liquid smoke, and paprika. Let steam 5 minutes.
  • Crumble the tofu into a second non-stick pan and add the spices. Stir and cook 5 minutes, until the tofu is evenly coated with spices and is warmed through.
  • Transfer the tofu to the pan with the tempeh and toss.
  • Serve topped with avocado, scallions, or your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 374kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 1107mg | Potassium: 797mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1179IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 293mg | Iron: 6mg