Vegan BLATs (BLTs with Avocado)

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Roasted shiitake mushrooms doused in soy sauce with a dash of smoked paprika become a natural, vegan alternative to bacon. Try them in this vegan version of a classic BLT with creamy avocado and eggless mayonnaise or on top of a salad as a substitute for bacon bits.

Prep/Cook Time: 35 Minutes, Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium tamari
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 8 ounces whole shiitake mushrooms, stems removed
• 8 small slices whole-grain bread (or 4 large slices, halved)
• 4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
• ½ teaspoon finely grated or minced garlic
• 1 avocado, halved and sliced
• 8 thin slices tomato
• 4 leaves romaine lettuce

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Stir oil, tamari and paprika together in a medium bowl. Add shiitakes and stir until all the liquid is absorbed. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet and roast, turning once, until golden brown on both sides, about 30 minutes.
3. Toast bread. Stir mayonnaise and garlic together in a small bowl.
4. Spread 1 tablespoon of the mayonnaise mixture on each of 4 pieces of toast. Divide avocado, tomato, lettuce and the roasted shiitakes over the toasts. Top with the remaining toasts.

Nutritional Information

Per Serving: 271 Calories, Total Fat: 19 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Carbohydrates: 21 g, Fiber: 6 g, Total Sugars: 4 g, Added Sugars: 2 g, Protein: 7 g, Sodium: 541 mg, Potassium: 530 mg, Folate: 109 mcg, Calcium: 49 mg