I'm a young, vivacious woman with terrible health. I'd like to blame genetics and situations beyond my control for this, but I know it is partly my fault. I decided I was sick of feeling like "twenty five is the new fifty two," so I changed my diet and lifestyle to help fix my declining health. No one my age should have a blood pressure of 190/110. This is where I write about it.
Catching Elephant is a theme by Andy Taylor
Spicy Vegan B.S.A. (“Bacon”/Spinach/Avocado)
- Three LightLife Organic Smoky Tempeh Strips
- Two slices Natural/Organic Whole Wheat Bread (I used EarthGrains 100% Natural Whole Wheat Bread)
- Fresh Spinach Leaves
- 1/2 Medium Avocado; Sliced
- 1 tbsp. Follow Your Heart Organic Veganaise
- 1/4 tsp Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce (more or less, depending on taste)
Toast slices of whole wheat bread, and prepare tempeh strips according to package. (Only requires a few minutes of simple pan-frying in oil)
After cooking tempeh strips, pat with paper towel to remove excess oil. Layer on toast, then top with spinach leaves and Avocado. Spread-on Veganaise and Sriracha sauce. You can choose to mix them together before spreading them on, but I find it easier just to do this when applying them to the bread.
Cut in half, and enjoy!
The whole process takes about ten minutes, and the outcome is an absolutely delicious sandwich. Even my non-vegan friends love it!
Approx. Calories: 557; 222 Fat Calories.
Not bad considering most of the fat calories come from the “good” fat in the Avocado. You could also reduce your calorie intake by trying this on the SandwichThin bread, or even a lettuce wrap.
