How to Make Tempeh Mock Tuna Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and hearty plant-based alternative to classic tuna salad? Look no further than this Tempeh Mock Tuna Salad recipe! Packed with protein and full of flavor, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings for a traditional tuna salad while staying true to a vegan lifestyle.

Tempeh, a fermented soybean product, is the star of this recipe. It has a firm, chewy texture and a nutty taste that mimics the texture and flavor of tuna. By marinating and seasoning the tempeh, y...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (8 ounce) package tempeh
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon seaweed flakes or granules
  • ½ cup minced red onion
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped dill pickles
  • ¼ cup soy mayonnaise

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 4 cups

  • Heat the broth to a light boil over medium-high heat. Add the tempeh to the broth, and simmer for 25 minutes. Drain and let cool to room temperature for 15 minutes. Once cooled, grate tempeh into a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and seaweed flakes. Pour the seaweed mixture in with the grated tempeh and stir until well mixed. Mix in the red onion, celery, and dill pickles. Toss with the mayonnaise. This salad can be served immediately, but is best when chilled for several hours to allow the flavors to blend.
  • Nutrition

    128 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 677mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 209mg