Spicy Buffalo Tempeh Sandwich
Say hello to your new favorite lunch – a crispy, flavor-packed buffalo tempeh sandwich that will rival any traditional sub. Not only is this tempeh buffalo sandwich delicious, but it’s also packed with protein, making it the perfect plant-based option to keep you energized throughout the day. Whether you’re a seasoned tempeh lover or someone who’s just getting familiar with it, this crispy buffalo tempeh sandwich is sure to win you over.
Servings: 1 Sandwich
Calories: 377.6kcal
Ingredients
Buffalo Tempeh:
- 30 ml Hot Buffalo Sauce (H-E-B)
- 8 ml Sugar Free Syrup (Mrs. Buttersworth)
- ¼ tsp Garlic Powder
- ¼ tsp Cayenne
- 85 g Tempeh, sliced (LightLife)
- 16 g Ranch Flavor Protein Chips (Atkins or Breadcrumbs)
Garlicky Yogurt Spread:
- 28 g Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt (Siggi’s)
- ¼ Lemon Wedge (juiced)
- ¼ tsp Garlic (minced)
- Salt & Pepper (to taste)
Sandwich:
- 2 slices Low Carb Seeded Sandwich Bread (H-E-B)
- 25 g Avocado (mashed)
- 4 Slices Roma Tomato
- Lettuce Leaves
Instructions
Buffalo Tempeh:
- In a flat dish, pour out your buffalo sauce and add in the syrup and seasonings. Give it a quick mix.30 ml (2 tbsp) Hot Buffalo Sauce, 8 ml (2 tsp) Sugar Free Syrup, 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder, 1/4 tsp Cayenne
- Prep your tempeh by slicing it vertically into thin sticks. Add to the dish and evenly coat each side with the sauce.85 g (0.5 cups) Tempeh, sliced
- In another bowl, crush up your favorite protein chips or use breadcrumbs.16 g (1.5 tbsp) Ranch Flavor Protein Chips
- Grab each tempeh slice and coat in the crumbs and then place in your air fryer basket. Repeat for all.
- Air fry at 375° for 6-8 minutes. Keep an eye on them as temperatures vary for everyone’s products.
Garlicky Yogurt:
- Meanwhile, prep your yogurt but add your ingredient to a small bowl and mixing until smooth.28 g (2 tbsp) Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt, 1/4 Lemon Wedge, 1/4 tsp Garlic, Salt & Pepper
- Optional to add a drop or two of water to achieve desired consistency. You don’t want it runny as it will make your sandwich too messy!
Sandwich:
- Toast your slices of bread and then mash your avocado onto one side.2 slices Low Carb Seeded Sandwich Bread, 25 g (1.5 tbsp) Avocado
- Layer with tomatoes slices, lettuce, and then your air fried tempeh.4 Slices Roma Tomato, Lettuce Leaves
- Spread the yogurt on the other slice and then close up your sandwich.
- Carefully slice in half and enjoy.
Video Tutorial
Nutrition Information
Spicy Buffalo Tempeh Sandwich
Serving Size
1 Sandwich
Amount per Serving
Calories
377.6
% Daily Value*
Fat
14.7
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
1.5
g
9
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2.4
g
Cholesterol
4.1
mg
1
%
Sodium
1273.6
mg
55
%
Potassium
614.4
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
46.1
g
15
%
Fiber
27.9
g
116
%
Sugar
1.5
g
2
%
Protein
38
g
76
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
The Nutrition Facts above are specific to the ingredients I chose to use for this recipe.