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BBQ Tofu Sandwich with Smashed Avocado

BBQ Tofu Sandwich with Smashed Avocado: A Flavorful Vegan Treat

This BBQ Tofu Sandwich with Smashed Avocado is a flavorful vegan treat perfect for summer cookouts.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 1 package Super Firm Tofu Avoid soft tofu for best results.
  • 1 cup Vegan BBQ Sauce Choose your favorite brand or make your own.
  • 4 pieces High-Quality Buns or Kaiser Rolls
For the Smashed Avocado
  • 1 medium Avocado Can replace with hummus if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Lemon juice can be used as a substitute.
For the Coleslaw
  • 1 bag Coleslaw Mix Fresh cabbage can be used if preferred.
  • ¼ cup Vegan Mayo Can swap with plant-based yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Works well with other seasonings.
For the Pickled Onions
  • 1 medium Homemade Pickled Onions Store-bought pickles can be used instead.
Optional Additions
  • Jalapeños For those who crave heat.
  • Grilled Vegetables For extra flavor.

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Pickled Onions
  1. Slice the onion and combine with vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
Coleslaw
  1. In a bowl, whisk the mayo, vinegar, salt, pepper, sugar, and mustard. Add coleslaw mix and chill for 20 minutes.
Cook Tofu
  1. Shred tofu, fry in oil until golden brown. Add BBQ sauce and cook until thickened.
Toast Buns
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast buns for 5-7 minutes until golden.
Assemble Sandwiches
  1. Spread smashed avocado on buns, add BBQ tofu, coleslaw, and pickled onions. Top with the bun.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 580mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best taste, assemble the sandwich right before serving to keep buns crisp.

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