Griddled Avocado with Crispy Tempeh and Quinoa Leaf Salad
Preparation 15 mins, Cooking 5 mins
Serves 4
Egg-Free, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Vegan, Wheat-Free

This recipe teams the richness of avocado and tempeh with fresh crisp greens. Packed with protein and minerals the addition of nutty quinoa and a tangy dressing makes it extra special.
Ingredients
For the main ingredients
- 2 small avocados
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 x 198g tempeh, torn into pieces approximately 1½ cm thick
For the dressing
- 4 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp vegan horseradish sauce
- 2 tsp cider vinegar
- 1 small lemon, juice and zest
- black pepper, for seasoning
For the salad
- 170g crispy salad leaves
- 100g spring onion, sliced
- 1 small bunch mint, finely chopped
- 1 small bunch flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 20g pink sushi ginger, shredded
- 70g quinoa, cooked as directed on the pack
Method
- Heat a griddle pan on a high heat. Halve the avocados and remove the stones, but keep the skins on. Brush the flesh with a small amount of olive oil and place flesh side down on the hot griddle. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until char lines appear.
- Toss the tempeh in the remaining oil. Heat a non-stick frying pan and stir-fry the tempeh for 5-6 minutes on a medium heat until browned and crispy on all sides. Set aside and keep warm.
- Place the dressing ingredients into a small bowl and whisk together until combined. Season with black pepper.
- In a large bowl, toss together the crispy salad, spring onion, half of the mint and parsley, sushi ginger and quinoa. Divide between four serving dishes.
- To assemble: Top with a griddled half of avocado followed by the crispy tempeh, a drizzle of horseradish dressing and a sprinkling of the remaining mint and parsley.
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Nutrition per serving
494 kcal
Calories
27g
Protein
30g
Fat
4g
Saturates
21g
Carbs
6.8g
Sugar
14g
Fibre
0.22g
Salt