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The Ultimate Vegan BLT Sandwich

Published: Mar 11, 2015 Β· Modified: May 5, 2021 by Rebecca Pytell Β· This post may contain affiliate links.

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This Ultimate Vegan BLT recipe is packed with smoky eggplant "bacon," crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and homemade vegan mayo, sandwiched between two toasty pieces of your favorite bread. It's also gluten-free and soy-free. Lunchtime will never be boring again!

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Why This Is the Ultimate Vegan BLT (Even with No Bacon!)

I'm serious here. The truly is the ultimate BLT (aka a Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato sandwich) . I've always been fond of BLTs and hadn't had one in years since going vegan. As a little girl, my favorite place to get a BLT was, believe it or not, Friendly's! They made the best, and I always got one with a side of mashed potatoes. Obviously, since I was diagnosed with Celiac and don't eat meat, that meal was soon a no-go. Thus, I hadn't had one of those glorious white toasty sammies in so long. Add in a soy allergy, and most vegan BLTs are out of the question, too. (I.e. tempeh/tofu won't work.) But I don't let silly things like that get in the way of my cravings!

But what's a girl to do? Well, considering I was gifted the wonderful fabulous Excalibur DehydratorΒ for Christmas, the solution was rather simple. The "bacon" would be made from the glorious nightshade of eggplant! Thinly sliced, coated in smoked paprika, and dehydrated for a couple of hours, and bam! You've got vegan bacon at its finest.

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If I could eat this for lunch (or dinner) every day, I would. It definitely satisfied my BLT craving! Feel free to use whatever type of bread you prefer. Rye, multigrain, or wheat berry would be delicious!

I actually think this may be one of my favorite recipes now on the blog. And I don't typically make sandwiches like this, either, so this vegan BLT was a real treat. It's usually just the nut butter and fruit butter combo or a hummus tortilla sandwich.

How To Make Vegan Eggplant Bacon

I'm serious, this dehydrated eggplant actually tasted like bacon (from what I remember). No, in truth it tasted BETTER than bacon! That might just be my love for all things smoked, but I digress, you'll love it too! If you don't have a dehydrator though, you can make this in the oven. You'll just have to super thinly slice the eggplant and cook it at a very low temperature for a few hours.

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My Favorite Vegan Mayo

You can make this super simple homemade vegan mayo, which will make your sandwich taste even more like the classic! It's completely allergy-free and such a great staple to have on hand regardless of whether you're making this sandwich or not! You can always use your favorite store-bought allergen-free mayo too, of course!

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why you need this recipe

While BLT sandwiches are traditionally meat-focused, this vegan and gluten-free sandwich is sure to be a hit at your family table because it's:

  • Gluten-Free
  • Vegan & Vegetarian
  • Allergy-free (Dairy-Free,Β Soy-Free,Β Egg-Free,Β Nut-Free,Β Peanut-Free,Β Wheat-Free,Β Sesame-Free,Β Corn-Free, Coconut-Free)
  • Kid-Friendly & Adult-Approved
  • Quick & Easy

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Ingredients You'll Need

  • Two slices of toasted gluten-free whole grain bread
  • Three thick tomato slices (beefsteak or heirloom work best)
  • Two lettuce leaves (romaine, leafy green, or even a spring mix works great)
  • Four strips of eggplant "bacon"
  • Vegan mayo for the perfect egg-free sandwich "sauce"

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How To Make the Ultimate Vegan BLT

  • For the eggplant bacon, follow the directions here. Essentially, you'll slice the eggplant into thin strips, season each piece well, and dehydrate in your food dehydrator or in the oven.
  • For the vegan mayo, just blend together the 3 ingredients s in a blender or food processor following this recipe.
  • Now, it's time to assemble the sandwich. First, toast your bread. Then, layer one slice of bread with half the mayo, 3 tomato slices, the lettuce leaves, the eggplant bacon, and finally the last piece of bread spread with the rest of the eggless mayo. This vegan BLT recipe makes enough for one sandwich, with additional eggplant bacon for more sandwiches.
  • To serve, slice it in half to reveal those gorgeous layers of ingredients, and enjoy! I like to have this for lunch with a side salad, some fresh cut fruit, or gluten-free pasta salad.

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Variations

  • Not a fan of bread? Serve this as a lettuce wrap!
  • Want more veggies? Have at it! Avocado, sliced carrots, bean sprouts, mushrooms, and even my coconut "bacon" would be delicious.
  • Spice it up with some thinly sliced peppers or a sprinkle of cayenne or red pepper flakes.
  • Add some hummus to make it even more filling!
  • Switch up your eggplant bacon with a thick slice of bbq grilled eggplant or the tomato with a slice of air fryer fried green tomato!
  • Not feeling a sandwich? Make this Vegan BLT Pasta Salad instead!

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More Lunch Recipes To Try

  • Homemade Gluten-Free Pizza Lunchables
  • Vegan Buffalo Chicken Tacos
  • Buffalo Tahini Quinoa & Rice Wraps
  • Southern Tomato Sandwich
  • Homemade Gluten-Free + Allergy-Free Uncrustables
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The Ultimate Vegan BLT Sandwich

The Ultimate Vegan BLT | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #vegan #glutenfree #soyfree #lunch #sandwich #BLT
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This Ultimate Vegan BLT recipe is packed with smoky eggplant "bacon," crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and homemade vegan mayo, sandwiched between two toasty pieces of your favorite bread. It's also gluten-free and soy-free. Lunchtime will never be boring again!

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 Minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 Sandwich 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 Slices of Gluten-Free Bread
  • 2 Slices Thick Beefsteak Tomato
  • Fresh Lettuce Leaves
  • 4 Strips or Rounds Eggplant Bacon
  • 1-2 TB Vegan Mayo
  • Salt & Black Pepper (to taste, optional)

Instructions

  1. Lightly toast your gluten-free bread slices and while they're toasting, slice your veggies.
  2. Spread a thin layer of mayo on each slice of bread before layering on the lettuce, tomato, and eggplant bacon. Season your sandwich with salt and pepper or your seasonings of choice before slicing your sandwich in half and enjoying!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Sandwich

Keywords: vegan BLT, gluten-free BLT, vegetarian BLT, BLT sandwich

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Comments

  1. Kelsey Barger

    May 24, 2016 at 5:05 pm

    If we don't have a dehydrator, how long you recommend cooking the eggplant slices in the oven and at what temperature?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      May 24, 2016 at 5:32 pm

      I'd suggest putting your own on 250 degrees and drying for at least an hour or two.

      Reply
  2. Kirsten

    July 25, 2015 at 4:55 pm

    Rebecca,
    Thanks for this recipe!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 25, 2015 at 5:08 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  3. Miz Helen

    April 10, 2015 at 9:21 pm

    I just love a great veggie sandwich , this looks so good! Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a wonderful weekend.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 11, 2015 at 12:08 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Shauna

    March 31, 2015 at 11:15 am

    This looks amazing!!! I love meat and I think I'd still make it this way! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 31, 2015 at 11:29 am

      You should! This is BETTER!

      Reply
  5. Sherry

    March 22, 2015 at 8:02 am

    This sounds great (and looks great, too)!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 22, 2015 at 8:02 am

      Thank You!

      Reply
  6. Shirley Wood

    March 21, 2015 at 9:09 am

    Yummy sandwich! So glad you shared with us at Merry Monday. Hope to see you again at the next party.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 21, 2015 at 9:18 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  7. C.Lem (creativeclementine)

    March 20, 2015 at 10:21 am

    YUM! Eggplant is a brilliant idea. Congrats on your feature over at Sundaes & Spaghetti for the first round of Idea Box Thursday link party! Can't wait to see what bright ideas you bring us this week.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 20, 2015 at 11:33 am

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  8. Amanda

    March 20, 2015 at 8:44 am

    I'm not even vegan and that looks fantastic!! YUM!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 20, 2015 at 9:23 am

      You don't need to be! Thanks!

      Reply
  9. vegetarianmamma (Cindy)

    March 19, 2015 at 9:38 pm

    I love the eggplant bacon idea! How creative! Thanks for linking up!

    -Cindy

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 20, 2015 at 7:16 am

      Thank you Cindy!

      Reply
  10. Raia

    March 19, 2015 at 4:13 pm

    Sounds delicious, Rebecca! Thanks so much for sharing it over at Savoring Saturdays!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2015 at 5:23 pm

      Thanks lady! XOXO

      Reply
  11. Bridget/The Recipe Wench

    March 19, 2015 at 2:08 pm

    Lots of comments on here! It's no wonder -- that sandwich is a winner! Thanks for sharing the recipe with us at Inspire Me Mondays! I'm definitely pinning this one!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2015 at 3:36 pm

      Haha, thank you!

      Reply
  12. Ashley

    March 19, 2015 at 7:43 am

    This looks absolutely delicious! I have an eggplant sitting on my counter that I thought was destined for a pasta dish, but now I know exactly what we will be using it for! I can't wait to try it πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2015 at 9:04 am

      Sandwich trumps pasta for sure πŸ˜‰ Haha! Thanks Ashley!

      Reply
  13. Cydnee

    March 18, 2015 at 9:33 pm

    What a delicious sandwich! As an eggplant lover, the eggplant bacon is a fabulous idea! I am going to try this! Thank you for joining us at #purebloglove. We enjoy having you every Thursday night on Thursday night at 8PM, EST through Sunday night. ~Cydnee

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2015 at 6:46 am

      Thank you!!

      Reply
  14. Danielle

    March 18, 2015 at 7:53 am

    This looks so good! I want one right now. πŸ™‚ Thanks so much for sharing with Idea Box. I will be featuring this post on 3/19. Hope to see you link up in the future.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 18, 2015 at 9:57 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  15. Deborah Davis

    March 17, 2015 at 9:01 pm

    Hi Rebecca,
    When I was a little girl, my mother used to make the "nonvegan BLT sandwich" for us a very special lunch treat. I am so delighted that you have created a delectable Vegan version and share it with us on the Plant-based Potluck Party! I can't wait to try this! I'm pinning and sharing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 18, 2015 at 7:45 am

      Well now you can have it again! Haha, thanks Deb!

      Reply
  16. Debi (thedeb83)

    March 17, 2015 at 7:19 pm

    I love this idea, never would have thought of it. I'm going to give it a try, even though I'm not Vegan! It would be a great option to go lighter on a BLT!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 17, 2015 at 7:29 pm

      Just because a recipe is vegan, doesn't mean anyone can't eat it, lol πŸ˜›

      Reply
  17. Melissa A.

    March 17, 2015 at 5:37 pm

    My favorite sandwich is a classic peanut butter and jelly πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 17, 2015 at 6:05 pm

      That is NEVER a bad choice πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  18. Renee @ Bendiful Blog

    March 17, 2015 at 11:55 am

    Yeah for Soy Free I can totally eat this! Best sandwich is a club.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 17, 2015 at 12:59 pm

      Soy-Free love always! πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  19. Miz Helen

    March 16, 2015 at 3:33 pm

    What a great Sandwich! Happy St. Patrick's Day and thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 16, 2015 at 3:41 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  20. kelly mcgrew

    March 16, 2015 at 2:21 pm

    my fave sandwich has got to be grilled chicken !

    i really want a dehydrator and love what you do with yours!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 16, 2015 at 2:53 pm

      It's an awesome appliance!

      Reply
  21. Laura @ Life with Baby Kicks

    March 16, 2015 at 1:36 pm

    Oh I like this! I like it even more because it doesn't use soy products or veggie bacon which I always think is a bit of a cop out!!!

    #recipeoftheweek

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 16, 2015 at 2:53 pm

      Yea! Those products are nasty!

      Reply
  22. Alycia//Crazily Normal

    March 16, 2015 at 11:32 am

    Interesting!!! BLT's are my favorite!!! Maybe I'll try this out!!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 16, 2015 at 12:58 pm

      You must!

      Reply
  23. Lora

    March 16, 2015 at 10:59 am

    I seriously love everything you make!!! Looks delectable! πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€ πŸ˜€

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 16, 2015 at 1:00 pm

      Haha, thank you so much!

      Reply
  24. Kaylin @ Enticing Healthy Eating

    March 15, 2015 at 8:55 pm

    This may seem like an odd comment, but I have to give you kudos for the way you plated the sandwich. The way it's tilted and angled? I just really like it! Anyways, my favorite sandwiches are BLT's and Cuban sandwiches!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 16, 2015 at 7:45 am

      I know! Hahahahaha! I loved the pictures of this sandwich, hahaha! I couldn't wait to post them πŸ˜‰ Anyway, thank you!

      Reply
  25. Nikki Frank-Hamilton

    March 15, 2015 at 7:01 pm

    Brilliant to use the eggplant. And I must say, this looks so good! Dinner is still a while away, now I am salivating and starving! The photos are gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 15, 2015 at 7:16 pm

      Well thank you Nikki!

      Reply
  26. Julia

    March 14, 2015 at 1:29 pm

    Absolutely amazing recipe! Even non- vegetarians like me need to try this sandwich! Pinning!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 14, 2015 at 2:06 pm

      Of course! Just because a recipe is meatless doesn't mean it's off limits, lol πŸ˜›

      Reply
  27. Charlotte

    March 14, 2015 at 11:44 am

    Oh, wow... this looks SO SO SO good. I never thought to make bacon out of eggplant and don't have a dehydrator BUT I'm willing to stick around a few hours to make these in the oven πŸ™‚ Thanks so much for sharing--following you now (I hope!) everywhere and hope you're having a great weekend! Stopping in from SITS Sharefest πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 14, 2015 at 12:48 pm

      Thank you so much friend! It is so worth it to try with the oven! You'll still get the amazing flavors!

      Reply
  28. Caryn

    March 14, 2015 at 10:37 am

    i LOVE this recipe and the images are so beautiful. I never thought about making bacon out of dehydrated egg plant. I'm really excited to try it.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 14, 2015 at 12:44 pm

      Thank you so much sweetheart!

      Reply
  29. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

    March 14, 2015 at 1:35 am

    This looks like a sandwich for a commercial. It's too perfect! I could dive into it. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 14, 2015 at 12:50 pm

      Haha, thank you Laura!

      Reply
  30. kimmythevegan

    March 13, 2015 at 10:30 pm

    Oh... I think I'm actually drooling a bit right now. This looks SO GOOD! So happy to see this gem on HVF - thanks for sharing.
    I'm not a big eggplant gal myself, but maybe preparing it as "bacon" for this awesome sandwich will make me like it ;p
    Omnomnom

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 14, 2015 at 12:50 pm

      This is nothing like normal eggplant as it's crispy and dehydrated!

      Reply
      • kimmythevegan

        March 17, 2015 at 9:36 pm

        And thanks for sharing this at Healthy Vegan Fridays! I have pinned this gorgeous sandwich to the Pinterest Board =)

        Reply
  31. Heather May

    March 13, 2015 at 10:24 pm

    OMG! I am making this! Seriously!!! My hubby recently went vegetarian (after making fun of me for years) and he is on board with this one! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 14, 2015 at 12:51 pm

      Yes! There is no way he could turn it down πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  32. Sarah

    March 13, 2015 at 8:31 pm

    I cannot wait to make this!! I tried to make vegan tempeh bacon but never really got it to where I liked it.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 14, 2015 at 12:52 pm

      This beats soy 5000000x hands down!

      Reply
  33. Jennifer Hepka

    March 13, 2015 at 7:37 pm

    OMG this looks amazing! My son loves BLT's so will definitley be making this for us to try! Thanks for sharing πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 7:46 pm

      Woohoo! Thanks Jennifer! You guys will love it πŸ™‚

      Reply
  34. Annmarie

    March 13, 2015 at 3:17 pm

    Mmmm BLT....anything with avocado is my fav! Thanks so much for linking up! <3

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 3:41 pm

      Yes to that! Shoulda made this a BLAT!

      Reply
      • Annmarie

        March 13, 2015 at 3:52 pm

        DUH! Haha, jk! It really does look delish!

        Reply
  35. Nikki Fahey

    March 13, 2015 at 3:03 pm

    turkey

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 3:40 pm

      I bet! Thanks for that comment πŸ™‚

      Reply
  36. Becca @ The Earthlings Handbook

    March 13, 2015 at 1:14 pm

    I love eggplant and would eagerly try eggplant bacon!

    My favorite sandwich is hummus with plenty of roasted/grilled veggies.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 1:21 pm

      My girl πŸ˜‰ That's my favorite easy sandwich too!

      Reply
  37. Emily @ Sweets and Beets

    March 13, 2015 at 1:01 pm

    That is such a unique idea! Thanks for putting a dehydrator on my radar.. I am currently obsessed with my food processor and spiralizer.. all I need is another appliance! πŸ˜‰ haha. Looks amazingg !

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 1:25 pm

      My HOUSE is full of appliance! I'm becoming a major collector....or hoarder πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  38. Andrea B.

    March 13, 2015 at 12:51 pm

    Normally? Grilled cheese. But I love a good falafel in a pita, too. Mmmn.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 1:20 pm

      Mmm, falafel is fabulous!

      Reply
  39. All that's Jas

    March 13, 2015 at 11:48 am

    Oh, the things I learn from my blogger friends! Eggplant bacon! Sounds divine, have to try!!! Thanks for sharing at Thursday Favorite Things!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 1:25 pm

      Yes you do! Thanks girl!

      Reply
  40. Angie

    March 13, 2015 at 11:13 am

    Holy yum! This sandwich looks AMAZING. I have never been big on eggplant but I might give it another go.

    Now all I need is a fancy dancy dehydrator. Off to pin this!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 11:44 am

      Thank you!!
      You can do it in the oven at the lowest setting for a few hours, it just won't be AS crisp!

      Reply
      • Angie

        March 13, 2015 at 1:05 pm

        Thanks! I was wondering about that.

        Reply
  41. Teresa @ Living Natural Today

    March 13, 2015 at 11:00 am

    This looks really good! I'm not a Vegan, but I don't like eating pork, so this is a great idea - using eggplant instead of bacon. Now I just need to get a dehydrator one of these days!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 11:07 am

      You could do it in the oven, but it won't be as crispy!

      Reply
      • Teresa @ Living Natural Today

        March 13, 2015 at 11:13 am

        Thanks! I'll have to try that.

        Reply
  42. Kelly

    March 13, 2015 at 10:50 am

    This looks FANTASTIC!! What a great idea-- and I love using a veggie instead of a fake-bacon-meat that's overly processed!! I will give this a try this weekend for sure.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 10:53 am

      Right!? Processed meats are just as bad are normal, haha!

      Reply
  43. Marla

    March 13, 2015 at 10:22 am

    Hi Rebecca,
    What a great idea to use eggplant as a replacement for bacon. The sandwich looks delicious. I surprised that you can eat gluten free bread with Celiac disease, but its great that you can. I can't eat any grain bread or grain at all. Thank you for sharing on Real Food Fridays. Pinned & twitted.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 10:51 am

      Celiac Disease is only an autoimmune response to gluten containing grains...not all grains, haha!

      Reply
  44. Emily

    March 13, 2015 at 10:18 am

    This looks delicious! I've never tried to dehydrate eggplant but now I need to! Thanks for sharing πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 10:50 am

      Yes you do! It's so great!

      Reply
  45. Chelsey

    March 13, 2015 at 9:54 am

    This looks great! And I'm impressed that you were able to find a bacon substitute that didn't involve soy (that's the one thing I try to stay away from, it can mess with your hormones in horrible ways). Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 10:38 am

      I'm severely allergic, so I know my way around it!

      Reply
  46. Julie @ Running in a Skirt

    March 13, 2015 at 9:11 am

    What a great idea! I'm going to have to try the "bacon" YUM!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 10:35 am

      It is so yum!

      Reply
  47. Kirsten

    March 13, 2015 at 8:46 am

    Rebecca,
    My fancy new oven has a dehydrator setting. I found this out because our new-to-us dog, Robert Barker, jumped up on the oven looking for a snack and pushed one of the Options buttons on the keypad. I came running into the kitchen and the screen of the oven was asking: Dehydrate?
    I really love that hound.
    I'm always looking for ways to use the eggplant from the farm share, and look forward to trying this when the veggies are ripe--thanks!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 8:55 am

      Really!? What kinda of oven is it! I am so jealous! That's awesome!

      Reply
      • Kirsten

        March 13, 2015 at 9:09 am

        It's a Kitchen Aid, not dual fuel but with an electric convection oven in addition to a gas oven and gas range. It was a floor model, and we bought it before we bought our house because it was so cheap. Of course I paid more than the stove to get the gas line lengthened from the furnace room to the kitchen!
        I knew the oven had a Sabbath setting, but the dehydrator was new to me.
        Thanks!

        Reply
  48. Faith (An Edible Mosaic)

    March 13, 2015 at 8:34 am

    This looks over the top amazing! I NEED to try that smoky eggplant bacon ASAP and I also love your tahini mayo idea!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 8:54 am

      Thank you Faith! The smokiness and the tahini....together it's heaven!

      Reply
  49. Min

    March 13, 2015 at 8:23 am

    What an awesome giveaway!! My fav sandwich? wow that's hard...whatever it is, one thing's a must - gotta have crusty bread πŸ˜‰

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 8:53 am

      The bread does make a sandwich πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  50. Kristy @ Southern In Law

    March 13, 2015 at 2:03 am

    This looks SO good! I tried eggplant "bacon" for the first time a couple of months ago and it was seriously good!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 4:57 am

      Now it's time to try it again!!!!

      Reply
  51. Kyra @ Vie De La Vegan

    March 13, 2015 at 12:41 am

    This looks soooo good! I haven't made eggplant bacon for years, but I should. I used to cover eggplant with paprika and a bit of apple cider vinegar. I love how easy your homemade mayo is too!! So much better than icky storebought soy mayo!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 4:57 am

      Everything homemade is ALWAYS so much better! And healthier πŸ˜‰ Haha! Thanks Kyra!

      Reply
  52. Mary

    March 12, 2015 at 8:59 pm

    OMG this looks delish! I'm also gluten free & Pescatarian, & my favorite sandwich is at a vegan cafΓ© I go to; they've got a melted cheese style sandwich on millet bread with avocado, tomato & sprouts πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 5:03 am

      That sounds heavenly! I'd so dig that!

      Reply
  53. Ashley Packard

    March 12, 2015 at 8:41 pm

    Sounds like I need to get a dehydrator immediately

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 13, 2015 at 5:02 am

      Haha, I think so πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  54. Ashley

    March 12, 2015 at 8:02 pm

    Wrong time to read this post...I'm so hungry! Lol or maybe it was the right time.

    I"m a vegetarian so this looks great! I'll have to try it!

    Ashley

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 10:40 pm

      I hope you can try it!......and looks like the sooner the better! πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  55. Diana Rambles

    March 12, 2015 at 7:13 pm

    My mouth is watering...

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 7:21 pm

      That makes me happy πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  56. Rachel

    March 12, 2015 at 7:13 pm

    Found you from the Re-Treat. This looks amazing. I use veganaise and make a chile mayo it's so good.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 7:17 pm

      Thanks for stopping by Rachel!

      Reply
  57. THE HUNGRY MUM

    March 12, 2015 at 6:44 pm

    best.sandwich.ever - this looks so decadent and delish.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 6:50 pm

      Thank you so much friend! I do think it's the best πŸ˜‰ Biased!

      Reply
  58. Georgia

    March 12, 2015 at 6:04 pm

    Roast beef with Swiss cheese and tomato grilled is yummy!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 6:17 pm

      Haha, awesome and unique!

      Reply
  59. Jessica

    March 12, 2015 at 2:32 pm

    This looks amazing. I have a friend who is vegan and I never know what to make for her when she comes over with the other gals for lunch. I'll have to give this a try - it'll surprise her!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 2:51 pm

      She will be one lucky friend then!

      Reply
  60. Gina

    March 12, 2015 at 12:22 pm

    Yum! I'll have to give this one a try.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 12:30 pm

      Thanks Gina!

      Reply
  61. Rachelle Himmelman

    March 12, 2015 at 10:04 am

    This looks absolutely devine! πŸ™‚

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 10:06 am

      Thank you so much Rachelle!

      Reply
  62. Renata

    March 12, 2015 at 9:27 am

    My favorite healthy sandwich is oven-roasted turkey breast with fresh spinach, tomato slices and avocado slices! So yummy!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 10:05 am

      Mmmm avocado makes every sandwich fabulous!

      Reply
  63. Ali the Skinny GF Chef

    March 12, 2015 at 8:40 am

    Genius recipe Rebecca! I adore eggplant and will be making this soon.! Thanks for the giveaway too πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 8:48 am

      Thank you Ali! XOXO

      Reply
  64. Melanie @ Nutritious Eats

    March 12, 2015 at 1:16 am

    oh this sounds soooo yummy! I could go for one right now actually!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 4:18 am

      Same πŸ˜‰ Haha!

      Reply
  65. Christine

    March 12, 2015 at 12:47 am

    My absolute favorite sandwich is the fried tofu with jicama sandwich at a Vietnamese sandwich shop in Chicago I like to go to. But I also really like BLTs. I don't eat meat anymore, but when I did I loved real BLTs and occasionally I still get a craving. When I do I use the fake bacon from Morningstar Farms -- but your recipe looks AMAZING and I can't wait to try it out. So much healthier too.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 4:18 am

      That sounds pretty rockin'! I hope you do get to make this sandwich sometime too! I know you'll love then πŸ˜‰ XOXO

      Reply
  66. Patty @ Reach Your Peak

    March 11, 2015 at 9:43 pm

    this looks delicious! I actually had a real BLT for the first time last weekend lol wasn't too impressed. I do want to try it with eggplant though!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 6:44 am

      You will so be impressed with this one πŸ˜‰ I promise!

      Reply
  67. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner

    March 11, 2015 at 9:23 pm

    Super creative using eggplant as bacon!! I am all over this πŸ™‚ Thanks for linking up with us

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 11:50 pm

      Thanks Deborah πŸ™‚

      Reply
  68. Farrah

    March 11, 2015 at 8:13 pm

    I've never tried eggplant in sandwiches! πŸ˜€ This sounds amazing (+ yay for tahini!)! I love sandwiches, so it's kinda hard to choose a favorite. 😑 Chicken salad tends to top the last though!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 12, 2015 at 6:43 am

      Not a bad top choice πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  69. Jaime

    March 11, 2015 at 6:18 pm

    Wow, that sounds really good! I've never thought of eggplant bacon. My favorite sandwich is a Reuben. Just... everything about it makes me drool.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 6:28 pm

      Haha, I really need to make a vegan one!

      Reply
  70. Emma @ em-poweredwellness

    March 11, 2015 at 5:26 pm

    Eggplant bacon, how have I never thought of that?? I usually make TLTs with tempeh, but eggplant sandwiches are one of my favorites. Definitely will be trying this recipe out!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 5:30 pm

      Thanks girl! Eggplant bacon is the bomb πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  71. Heather

    March 11, 2015 at 3:50 pm

    i love a classic pb&j!! or roasted veg w/hummus

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 4:28 pm

      Those are my lunch favorites too πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  72. Katie

    March 11, 2015 at 3:38 pm

    My favorite sandwich is going to be this one. Seriously I've been meaning to make eggplant bacon for AGES and I even have an Excalibur, but....LAZY. I just added it to my grocery list for the evening. I'm ON this!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 4:28 pm

      Omg! If you make this, I want pictures! Haha!

      Reply
  73. Judith

    March 11, 2015 at 3:02 pm

    I love mushroom burgers!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 3:03 pm

      Veggie burgers are in a whole other league!

      Reply
  74. Leah M @ love me, feed me

    March 11, 2015 at 2:42 pm

    I wholeheartedly believe that you can put anything in between two pieces of bread and it'd make a good sandwich lol! I love sweet sandwiches like banana, nut butter, jam, and toasted coconut!!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 3:02 pm

      Hahaha, I agree πŸ˜‰ O yes! Nut butter sammies with sweet fruit butter....my lunchtime staple!

      Reply
  75. Brandon @ Kitchen Konfidence

    March 11, 2015 at 2:32 pm

    Eggplant bacon?! I am SO trying this.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 3:03 pm

      Haha, I hope you do!

      Reply
  76. genevieve @ gratitude & greens

    March 11, 2015 at 12:56 pm

    Mmm, the eggplant is such a great idea! My fave sandwich is definitely one with avocados or hummus, and if not, I'm a huge fan of smokey tempeh (not one that tastes too much like bacon though!) So delish!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 1:19 pm

      Well I've got your smokiness SOY-FREE right here πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  77. Rachel

    March 11, 2015 at 12:03 pm

    I love white bean spread sandwiches

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 12:12 pm

      You can never go wrong with that!

      Reply
  78. tara pittman

    March 11, 2015 at 11:53 am

    I love that you can make bacon out of eggplant. I have some bacon flavored syrup that I would soak the eggplant in.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 12:12 pm

      Haha, bacon flavored syrup!?

      Reply
  79. jules

    March 11, 2015 at 11:47 am

    Eggplant Bacon!??! You are so brilliant!!!!!
    Can't wait to try - we have this same dehydrator, only about 20 years old. Still kickin!
    ~jules
    gfJules.com

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 11:52 am

      I can tell that thing is already a beast πŸ˜‰ Haha!

      Reply
  80. Ken C

    March 11, 2015 at 11:37 am

    Gotta try this

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 11:52 am

      I hope you do!

      Reply
  81. Jacky

    March 11, 2015 at 11:34 am

    My favorite sandwich is a vegan reuben!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 11:35 am

      I have that on my list to make next!

      Reply
  82. Paige c

    March 11, 2015 at 11:31 am

    There's a place in Virginia (Norfolk/Virginia beach) called Taste that has the best veggie sandwich! I think because the bread was so good! We used to go every time I visited Shane's family when they lived there

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 11:34 am

      Very cool!

      Reply
  83. Joyce @ It's Your Life

    March 11, 2015 at 11:11 am

    I love the idea of using eggplant for bacon, you always have the best, unique ideas for food.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 11:34 am

      Thank you so much Joyce!

      Reply
  84. Cindy (Vegetarian Mamma)

    March 11, 2015 at 11:06 am

    I am super excited to try this! I got a dehydrator for Christmas and my hubs LOVES eggplant! YUM. I just made tempeh bacon yesterday for BLTs πŸ™‚

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 11:33 am

      Haha, isn't the dehydrator the best Christmas present! Totally make it!

      Reply
  85. Amanda - RunToThefinish

    March 11, 2015 at 11:00 am

    YEAHHH for making vegan look so darn tasty!!! I'm a big fan of Tahini, especially with sweet potato!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 11:35 am

      Omg, yes! Tahini on a sweet is SOOO yummy!

      Reply
  86. Alisa @ Go Dairy Free

    March 11, 2015 at 10:38 am

    Yum! I've seen the eggplant bacon, but never made without soy sauce! Genius and looks delish.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 10:59 am

      Thank you Alisa! Everything is better meat-free AND soy-free πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  87. Lisa @ RunWiki

    March 11, 2015 at 10:28 am

    I was just saying to someone that I don't eat bacon anymore, but I do love and miss it-- just don't love eating an sweet animal. This is such a great idea! I must try.. does it stay nice and crisp in the sandwich?

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 10:59 am

      I never liked "bacon" to begin with....just gross! But this is amazing! And yes! The eggplant stays perfect! I even used the leftovers the next day and it was equally amazing! (All thanks to the dehydrator magic!)

      Reply
    • lindsay

      March 11, 2015 at 11:02 am

      haha you told me that! but I do think tempeh bacon is just as tasty! or the new coconut bacon!

      p.s.
      I gotta try this tahini!!

      Reply
      • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

        March 11, 2015 at 11:33 am

        Soy = death haha and Crispy eggplant is better then coconut!
        You will LOVE Soom!

        Reply
  88. Vianca

    March 11, 2015 at 10:24 am

    OMG I have to o this asap. This looks absolutely amazing !

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 11:00 am

      Hahaha! Thank you girl!

      Reply
  89. Alex

    March 11, 2015 at 10:12 am

    Wow this sounds incredible! Who knew this was possible with eggplant instead of bacon?! Can't wait to try πŸ™‚

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 10:23 am

      Believe me....eggplant is SOOOO much better!

      Reply
  90. francesca

    March 11, 2015 at 10:03 am

    Wowza! This is ultimate for sure πŸ˜€ Can't wait to try...

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 10:22 am

      It was the only word I could think of πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  91. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl

    March 11, 2015 at 9:41 am

    Such an awesome idea! I love the use of eggplant as "bacon." My favorite sandwich is a vegan tempeh Reuben!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 9:58 am

      I must make a soy-free vegan reuben next πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  92. latanya

    March 11, 2015 at 9:31 am

    I like a turkey club sandwich

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 9:58 am

      Nice!

      Reply
  93. Michele @ paleorunningmomma

    March 11, 2015 at 9:24 am

    I'm completely drooling over eggplant bacon! I love eggplant so honestly just frying and seasoning with salt is enough for me! I have yet to find a gluten free bread that my family likes. I've only gotten from my local health food store though and haven't tried udi's yet.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 9:57 am

      Eggplant is the miracle veggie that we too often forget! πŸ˜‰
      Gluten-free breads get changed and reformulated SOOOO much and all the time. Udi's is the best I've ever had (but it does contain a small amount of egg whites so it isn't vegan)!

      Reply
  94. Natalie @ Feasting on Fruit

    March 11, 2015 at 8:53 am

    I'm glad you're finally able to have a little fun with the dehydrator! I never had a BLT before going vegan, so I honestly don't ever crave them, but this still looks like a killer sandwich πŸ˜€

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 8:58 am

      O, I made this the day after I got my dehydrator, haha!
      You've got to try this smokey goodness!

      Reply
  95. Linda @ Veganosity

    March 11, 2015 at 8:52 am

    I usually use Portobello mushrooms marinated in liquid smoke and spices for my vegan "bacon." I love the idea of using dehydrated eggplant! I have to try this ASAP! Thanks my friend for the great idea. πŸ™‚

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 8:59 am

      I've done that too, but the eggplant....SO much more fun and "bacon" looking, hahahaha!

      Reply
  96. jess meddows

    March 11, 2015 at 8:30 am

    Oooh Rebecca, this looks amazing! I've never thought to try crispy eggplant as a substitute for bacon in the BLT - usually I have cripsy tempeh. I'll pin this so I can remember for it when we're back in the western world with normal kitchens again!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 8:50 am

      Yes! Haha! I needed to make a vegan BLT and since I need it to be soy-free, this was the simplest solution....plus it was fun to use the dehydrator!

      Reply
  97. Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health

    March 11, 2015 at 8:24 am

    how smart!! i cant wait to make those 'bacon'

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 8:49 am

      Haha, they're so good!

      Reply
  98. Emily @My Healthyish Life

    March 11, 2015 at 7:53 am

    Haha I used to LOVE Friendly's before celiac. I was just talking to my mom about trying tahini! I've had it once but have never cooked with it on my own.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 8:00 am

      Haha, o "pre-celiac" days πŸ˜‰
      You must get (or win!) some! I literally use it everyday on any and every thing!

      Reply
  99. Amanda Paa

    March 11, 2015 at 7:44 am

    vegan bacon made with zucchini? that's amazing! i have been thinking about getting a dehydrator for a while and now i think it's a must. and i recently heard about soom, their tahini sounds so creamy!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 7:51 am

      Um, no, it's made with eggplant, haha!?
      It's a great fun appliance to have!
      Soom is the one and only!

      Reply
  100. Elizabeth

    March 11, 2015 at 7:11 am

    Oh yum!! That looks delicious. I gave up meat for lent so this could be perfect!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 7:34 am

      Thanks! It so would be!

      Reply
  101. Sonali- The Foodie Physician

    March 11, 2015 at 7:09 am

    This looks awesome and that eggplant bacon is phenomenal! I'm sure you're having lots of fun with that dehydrator- so cool!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 7:34 am

      O yes! It's totally a fun kitchen tool to have now!

      Reply
  102. Jessica @ kiwiyogirunner

    March 11, 2015 at 6:20 am

    Dehydrated eggplant- genius!!! I love me a good blt and this looks amazing πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2015 at 7:34 am

      Thank you Jessica!

      Reply

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Just 10 Minutes πŸ’œ
Easy, Healthier, & Pan-Fried πŸ’—
Perfect Side Dish, Appetizer, or Snack (for Any Meal!) πŸ’–
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The opposite of tostones with your unripe green plantains; Once your @chiquitabanana plantains turn perfectly yellow and ripe, slice them up, and lightly pan-fry them in your @lodgecastiron for a quick, semi-sweet, creamy, custardy side dish everyone will love! Toss them with some cinnamon, salt, and enjoy them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! πŸŒβœŒοΈπŸ‘Œ
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Team Tostone or Team Maduro? πŸ€”
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-tostones/
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Not sure what to do with those green plantains? Ma Not sure what to do with those green plantains? Make Tostones! 😍
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Air Fryer Tostones (Healthy, Oil-Free) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸŒ
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These Totally Tropical Terific Tostones are πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Paleo + Grain-Free πŸ’š
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free πŸ’™
Simply Plantains & Salt πŸ’œ
Quick, Easy, No-Mess, No Oil! πŸ’—
Perfect Savory Side Dish, Appetizer, or Snack πŸ’–
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Perfect tostones require the unripe green plantains (got mine from @theboysfarmersmarket), they're super cheap (like 20-30Β’), peel, slice, soak them in some water, lime juice, and salt, use your @gowiseusa air fryer to give them the first "fry", then get out your frustrations by smashing them into flat discs with a tostonera or a heavy mug, toss them back in the air fryer to finish getting golden and crispy! Serve with an extra pinch of flaky salt and salsa dips of choice! πŸ‘Œ
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-tostones/
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#tostones #airfryertostones #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #oilfree #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #airfryerrecipe #southfloridaliving #healthysidedish #glutenfreelife #plantain #plantbasedvegan #kidapproved #vegansnack #plantains #justeatrealfood #glutenfreefood #caribbeanfood #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom
Simple, crisp, cold, and refreshing! Your new sala Simple, crisp, cold, and refreshing!
Your new salad obsession for the season! πŸ₯—
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Shirazi Salad (Persian Cucumber & Tomato Salad) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸ₯—πŸ₯’πŸ…πŸ§…
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This Cool Crisp Cucumber Tangy Tomato Salad is πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Keto & Low-Carb & Paleo πŸ’š
Naturally Raw & Sugar-Free πŸ’™
Just Healthy Veggies, EVOO, & Herbs πŸ’œ
Simple, Easy, Ready In 10 Minutes πŸ’—
Perfect Side Dish, Salad, or Appetizer πŸ’–
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This Persian salad is packed with flavor but so simple! Persian cucumbers, Roma tomatoes, red onion, @pompeian extra virgin olive oil, authentic verjuice or fresh lime juice, @simplyorganicfoods dried mint (the secret!) salt and pepper. Toss on some fresh herbs like parsley if you want, mix it up, and serve right away to enjoy that super refreshing crunch! πŸ˜‹πŸ˜šπŸ™Œ
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/shirazi-salad/
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#shirazisalad #persiansalad #salad #saladrecipe #saladrecipes #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #cucumbertomatosalad #vegetablesalad #vegansalad #glutenfreelife #cucumbers #plantbasedvegan #kidapproved #tomatoes #ketorecipe #justeatrealfood #glutenfreefood #rawvegan #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom
Light, fluffy, bright, and zesty, with a little po Light, fluffy, bright, and zesty, with a little poppy seed nuttiness! πŸ˜πŸ‹πŸ₯ž
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Gluten-Free Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes (Vegan, Allergy-Free) πŸ˜‹πŸ‹πŸ₯ž
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This Flavor-Packed Pancake Stack of Sunshine is:πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free πŸ’š
Kid-Approved πŸ’™
Perfect Springtime or Easter Breakfast or Brunch πŸ’œ
Make-Ahead + Freezer-Friendly πŸ’–
Easy & Quick, Fluffy & Healthy πŸ’—
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Who's ready for this bright and zesty stack of hotcakes?! πŸ™Œ
Start with @kingarthurbaking GF flour, baking powder & soda, applesauce or my homemade vegan sour cream with @so_delicious coconut yogurt, tons of fresh lemon set and juice, vegan buttermilk, @simplyorganicfoods poppy seeds, a touch of @swervesweetie, vanilla, and topped with a simple lemon glaze made with @swervesweetie! 😍✌️🀀
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Lemon poppy seed is a seasonal flavor must! Not too sweet, but sweet and flavorful enough not to need any maple syrup! Tons of ways to top them and more suggestions over on the blog! πŸ˜‹πŸ˜š
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Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/lemon-poppy-seed-pancakes/
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#pancakes #lemonpoppyseedpancakes #veganpancakes #glutenfreepancakes #lemonpoppyseed #pancakerecipe #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #thebakefeed #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #veganbreakfast #glutenfreebreakfast #pancakebreakfast #pancakesunday #veganbrunch #healthybreakfastideas #easterbrunch #glutenfreebrunch #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #pancakelover
Broccoli doesn't have to be boring...πŸ₯¦πŸ˜ * Pe Broccoli doesn't have to be boring...πŸ₯¦πŸ˜
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Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli (Easy, Oil-Free) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸ₯¦
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This Brilliant un-Believable Broccoli Bash is πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Keto & Low-Carb & Paleo πŸ’š
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free πŸ’™
Just Broccoli & Choice of Seasonings πŸ’œ
No-Fuss, Ready In 10 Minutes πŸ’—
Perfect Weeknight Side Dish, Appetizer, or Healthy Snack πŸ’–
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Just grab a bunch of fresh broccoli from your local market (like @theboysfarmersmarket), your flavors and seasonings of choice (@simplyorganicfoods), toss, and let your @gowiseusa air fryer do all the crispy roasting magic! Turn even the pickiest of eaters and biggest broccoli haters into diehard broccoli lovers! πŸ₯³πŸ˜‹πŸ₯¦πŸ™Œ
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What's your all-time favorite way to eat yo' broccoli? I'm a raw kinda gal ✌️
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-broccoli/
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#broccoli #oilfree #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #broccolirecipes #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #airfryerrecipe #easysidedish #healthysidedish #glutenfreelife #pickyeaters #plantbasedvegan #kidapproved #pickyeater #ketorecipe #justeatrealfood #glutenfreefood #ketosnacks #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom