Vegan Breakfast Sliders

Vegan Breakfast Sliders

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6 sliders

Ingredients

For the Sliders:

• 6 small slider buns (vegan-friendly)

• 1 block (14 Oz) firm tofu, pressed and sliced into 6 squares

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)

• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric (for color)

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/4 teaspoon black salt (kala namak, for “eggy” flavor)

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  

For the “Sausage” Patties:

• 1 cup cooked lentils or crumbled vegan sausage

• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds (optional)

• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  

Toppings:

• 6 slices vegan cheese (cheddar-style works great)

• 1 small avocado, sliced

• 1 small tomato, sliced

• Handful of spinach or arugula

• Vegan mayo or chipotle aioli (optional)
  

Directions

1. Prepare the Tofu “Eggs”:

   • Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.

   • In a small bowl, mix turmeric, garlic powder, black salt, and black pepper.

   • Sprinkle seasoning over both sides of the tofu slices.

   • Cook tofu slices for 3–4 minutes per side until lightly golden and warmed through. Remove and set aside.

2. Make the Sausage Patties:

   • In a bowl, mix lentils (or vegan sausage), breadcrumbs, soy sauce, smoked paprika, fennel, and onion powder.

   • Form into 6 small patties.

   • In the same skillet, cook patties for about 3–4 minutes per side until crispy and browned.

3. Warm the Buns:

   • Slice buns in half and lightly toast them in the oven or skillet until golden.

4. Assemble the Sliders:

   • On the bottom half of each bun, layer: sausage patty → tofu “egg” → vegan cheese → avocado → tomato → greens.

   • Add a drizzle of vegan mayo or aioli if using.

   • Top with the other half of the bun.

5. Serve & Enjoy!

   • Serve warm with fruit, hash browns, or a smoothie for a complete breakfast!