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Better Than Tuna Tempeh Salad Recipe

Craving a vegan twist on a lunchtime classic? This Better Than Tuna Tempeh Salad is your new go-to! Quick, easy, and packed with flavor, this recipe is amazing served on grilled whole wheat bread. Feel free to substitute minced red onion for the scallion for a zesty kick. Perfect for meal prep and satisfying those tuna salad cravings without the fish!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 144.5 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Better Than Tuna Tempeh Salad

  • 8 ounces tempeh
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 scallions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • Dried Dill
  • Celery Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup minced red onion (optional)

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How to Make Better Than Tuna Tempeh Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, crumble 8 ounces of tempeh into bite-sized pieces using your hands or a fork.
  2. Finely chop 1/2 cup of celery and 2 scallions (or 1/4 cup minced red onion).
  3. Add the chopped celery and scallions (or red onion), 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon celery seed, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to the bowl with the tempeh.
  4. Gently mix all ingredients together with a fork, mashing the tempeh slightly to create a slightly chunky salad texture. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is optional but recommended.
  6. Serve your Better Than Tuna Tempeh Salad on whole-wheat bread, crackers, or lettuce cups. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

8g

Carbs

2g

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