Spiced Tempeh-Pepper Crumbles

Name: Spiced Tempeh-Pepper Crumbles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: Latin
Ingredients: 4 package tempeh (crumbled); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 yellow onion (diced); 1 red bell pepper (seeded and diced); 1 green bell pepper (seeded and diced); 2 clove garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon chili powder; 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika; 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper; 1 can black beans (rinsed and drained); 2 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped); 1 head green leaf lettuce (separated into cups)

Flavorful tempeh crumbles seasoned with zesty Latin-inspired spices and cooked with colorful bell peppers. Served with a refreshing black bean salad and crisp lettuce cups.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 30 min
Servings: 5
Cuisine: Latin
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $6.02/serving

Dietary

High-Protein
Nut-Free
Dairy-Free
Egg-Free
Vegan
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
Pescatarian
High-Fiber
Low-Sodium
Low-Sugar

Ingredients

4 package tempeh (crumbled)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion (diced)
1 red bell pepper (seeded and diced)
1 green bell pepper (seeded and diced)
2 clove garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon chili powder
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 can black beans (rinsed and drained)
2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
1 head green leaf lettuce (separated into cups)

Instructions

In a bowl, crumble the 4 packages of tempeh into small pieces.
Heat the 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1 yellow diced onion, 1 diced red bell pepper, and 1 diced green bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add the 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the crumbled tempeh, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tempeh is browned and heated through.
While the tempeh cooks, prepare the black bean salad: In a small bowl, combine the 1 can of rinsed and drained black beans, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, and 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Serve the spiced tempeh-pepper crumbles in lettuce cups with a side of black bean salad.

Notes

Ensure tempeh is crumbled finely for a good 'ground meat' texture. Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level. Can be served over rice if desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 495
Protein: 45 g
Carbohydrates: 40.6 g
Fat: 15.9 g
Fiber: 19 g
Sodium: 397 mg
Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
Sugar: 5.5 g