Description
An incredibly easy and flavorful sheet pan recipe featuring roasted tempeh and a colorful medley of vegetables, all brought together with a unique, subtly sweet, and spiced cinnamon tahini sauce. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
1 (8-ounce) block tempeh, sliced into ½-inch triangles or cubes
4 cups broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
1/2 red onion, cut into wedges
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
1/2 cup tahini
3-4 tablespoons warm water (adjust for desired consistency)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Fresh lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the sliced tempeh with broccoli florets, bell pepper strips, and red onion wedges. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, soy sauce, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Spread the seasoned tempeh and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are not overcrowded; use two baking sheets if necessary to allow for proper roasting and browning.
Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, warm water (start with 2 tablespoons and add more gradually), lemon juice, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth and pourable.
Step 4: Bake the tempeh and vegetables for 20 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, flip the tempeh and vegetables, and return to the oven for another 15-20 minutes, or until the tempeh is golden brown and the vegetables are tender-crisp with slight charring.
Step 5: Once roasted, transfer the tempeh and vegetables to serving plates. Drizzle generously with the cinnamon tahini sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.
Notes
For best results, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet. Use two if necessary to ensure the vegetables roast rather than steam. Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand – sweet potatoes, zucchini, or cauliflower would also be delicious!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Vegetarian & Vegan
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 14 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg