Author: This Vegan BLT has everything you love about the classic. Smoky, crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, crunchy lettuce, and creamy mayo, but made completely plant-based and incredibly easy. Use my homemade vegan mayo and your choice of tofu bacon, tempeh bacon, mushroom bacon, or seitan bacon (or even store-bought alternatives!) for a sandwich that's bold, satisfying, and full of flavor. It's the perfect quick lunch or easy weeknight dinner.
Meet your new go-to vegan BLT sandwich: smoky, crispy vegan bacon, juicy tomatoes, crunchy lettuce, and a generous swipe of creamy vegan mayo. It hits all the classic BLT vibes, but it's completely plant-based and comes together fast.
Use whatever vegan bacon you love (tofu, tempeh, mushroom, seitan, or store-bought), toast your bread, stack it up, and you've got a bold, satisfying sandwich in about 20 minutes.
Why You'll Love This Vegan BLT Sandwich
- All the classic flavors and textures: smoky "bacon," juicy tomato, crisp lettuce, and creamy mayo.
- Choose your vegan bacon: tofu, tempeh, mushroom, banana peel, seitan, or store-bought all work.
- Fast and easy: ready in about 20 minutes with minimal cooking.
- Perfect for lunch or dinner: serve with chips, a pickle, or a simple side salad for an easy meal.
Vegan BLT Ingredients
- Vegan bacon: I've got you covered here! Try my Tofu Bacon, Quick & Easy Mushroom Bacon, Banana Peel Bacon, or Crispy Tempeh Bacon.
- Bread: Sourdough, a good crusty white bread, whole grain, rye, gluten-free... whatever! This Vegan Sandwich Bread is perfect too.
- Vegan mayonnaise: Homemade Vegan Mayo takes this sandwich to the next level.
- Tomatoes: This recipe is the perfect way to use those beautiful heirloom tomatoes at the farmers' market.
- Lettuce: Use a crisp variety for a classic BLT or peppery arugula to switch it up.
- Optional add-ins: Avocado, red onion, mustard, hot sauce, sprouts, or vegan cheese add extra personality.
How to Make a Vegan BLT
- Crisp the bacon: Cook your chosen vegan bacon until crispy and golden.
- Prep the bread: Toast the bread slices until lightly browned, then spread vegan mayo generously on both slices of toast.
- Assemble: Layer lettuce and tomato on one slice, seasoning the tomatoes with salt and pepper. Add the crispy vegan bacon and any extras you like.
- Finish: Close the sandwich, slice in half, and serve immediately.
Tips & Variations
- Don't skip seasoning the tomatoes: A pinch of salt and pepper makes the tomato taste even more tomato-y (aka: your BLT instantly gets better).
- Use the vegan bacon you love: Tofu and tempeh get super crispy, mushroom bacon is extra smoky, and seitan bacon is the most "meaty."
- Upgrade to a BLAT: Add sliced avocado for extra creaminess and richness.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with kettle chips and a pickle spear (classic BLT vibes)
- Pair with Crispy Baked French Fries
- Add a simple green salad or Super Easy Vegan Coleslaw
- Make it a cozy combo with My Go-To Vegan Tomato Soup
Make Ahead Tips
This vegan BLT is best assembled right before eating (nobody likes soggy bread). If you want to get ahead, cook the vegan bacon and make the mayo in advance, then store everything separately and build your sandwich when you're ready to eat.
More Vegan Sandwich Recipes
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Bon appetegan!
Sam Turnbull. [this post really feels like the writer had no idea what to say and just added random stuff!]
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Vegan BLT (Easy, Smoky & Better Than the Classic!)
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Ingredients
- 3 - 4 slices vegan bacon of choice, (tofu bacon, tempeh bacon, mushroom bacon, banana peel bacon, seitan bacon from Seitan School, or store-bought)
- 2 slices bread, (sourdough, artisan white, whole grain, or rye), toasted (gluten-free if preferred)
- 1 - 2 tablespoon vegan mayonnaise, (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 - 3 slices ripe tomato
- 1 - 2 crisp lettuce leaves, (romaine, butter lettuce, or a handful of arugula)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional add ons: avocado slices (for a BLAT), thinly sliced red onion, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, sprouts, pickled peppers, or a vegan cheese slice
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: Prepare your vegan bacon of choice following your preferred method (pan-fry, bake, or air fry) until crispy and golden.
- Toast the bread: Toast 2 slices of bread until lightly golden.
- Spread the mayo: Generously spread vegan mayonnaise on both slices of toasted bread.
- Layer the sandwich: Add the lettuce, then the tomato slices. Season tomatoes with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the crispy vegan bacon on top. Add any additional toppings if you desire.
- Assemble & slice: Close the sandwich. Use sandwich picks if you like, slice in half, and serve right away.
Notes
Use any vegan bacon you love. You can use your favorite store-bought plant-based bacon or make your own (my personal preference). Try:
- Quick & Easy Tofu Bacon
- Crispy Tempeh Bacon
- Quick & Easy Mushroom Bacon
- Banana Peel Bacon
- Seitan bacon (from Seitan School!)
- or store-bought options (e.g., Lightlife, Sweet Earth, or Tofurky)
Brandi Ahonsi says
Let me explain how I happily ate this sandwich three days in a row and was tempted to shed a tear on the fourth day when I had to eat something else. The flavors were so good! I used avocado instead of mayonnaise and sundried tomatoes instead of fresh tomatoes because that's what I had on hand. This recipe is now a part of the recipe rotation along with Sam's oh so delicious chili!
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Haha I love this so much!! 😂 Three days in a row is the ultimate endorsement. Your swaps sound delicious too, especially the sundried tomatoes. So glad it’s going into your rotation, Brandi!!