Lentil Tempeh "Reuben" Bowl, Vegan + Gluten-Free
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Recipe type: entree
Cuisine: vegan, gluten-free
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Serves: 5
 
Ingredients
  • 1 package of tempeh
  • 1 tbs tamari
  • 1 tsp liquid smoke (optional)
  • 1 tbs coconut oil
  • ½ yellow onion, sliced
  • 2 cups cooked lentils
  • 2 cups kale, shredded
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup Sauerkraut
  • salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Slice tempeh crosswise into ½" strips. Place in bowl and toss with tamari and liquid smoke. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in pan at medium-high. Add onion and tempeh strips and sauté 7-10 minutes, flipping tempeh to brown on all sides.
  3. Remove tempeh and onion from pan and set aside. Turn heat down to medium and lightly sauté kale until wilted (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Arrange each plate by spreading a layer of lentils on the bottom. Top with kale, then tempeh and onions, then avocado and finally sauerkraut. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Recipe by The Colorful Kitchen at https://thecolorfulkitchen.com/2015/01/22/lentil-tempeh-reuben-bowl-vegan-gluten-free/