Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh carrot juice
  • 1/2 cup extra-firm tofu, drained
  • 1 tsp. low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
  • 2 tsp. tahini
  • 1 Tbs. plus 1 tsp. rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp. dark sesame oil
  • 2 Tbs. grated carrots
  • 1 tsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 cup diced tempeh bacon (about 2 strips)
  • 4 cups chopped or julienned romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomato
  • 1/2 cup diced ripe avocado
  • 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup seeded, diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup sliced Belgian endive

Method

  • Make Vinaigrette: In food processor or blender, combine carrot juice, tofu, tamari, tahini, vinegar and oil and process until blended.
  • Transfer to bowl and stir in grated carrots.
  • Cover and chill until ready to serve.
  • Lightly coat small, nonstick pan with cooking spray.
  • Add diced bacon and cook, stirring often, until browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Transfer tempeh to plate.
  • In large bowl, combine lettuce, tomato, avocado, chickpeas, cucumber, endive and 1/2 cup dressing.
  • Toss to mix.
  • Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  • Sprinkle with tempeh bacon and serve.