Ingredients
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2 (8 oz) pkgs tempeh
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
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6 basil leaves
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2 vine-ripened tomatoes
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1 head romaine lettuce
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4 bagels
Steps
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Preheat a 12 inch nonstick pan over medium high heat. Slice the tempeh into ¼ thick strips. Mix olive oil with paprika and garlic powder. Brush both sides of tempeh with olive oil mixture. Season with salt (in moderation) and pepper. Cook the tempeh for 2-3 minutes per side or until lightly browned on both sides. Remove from pan and set aside.
2
Meanwhile, slice tomatoes into ¼ inch thick slices and peel and slice the avocado. Chop the basil leaves and mix with the mayonnaise
3
Toast bagels and spread one half with basil mayonnaise. Top with browned tempe, tomato, lettuce and avocado.
