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Rachel White

BBQ Tempeh Meal Prep Box Recipe

A hearty vegetarian meal prep box featuring smoky BBQ tempeh, roasted sweet potatoes, fresh greens, and wholesome grains for a balanced, satisfying lunch.

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz tempeh sliced into strips
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 2 cups steamed green beans
  • 2 cups fresh spinach

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Spread seasoned cubes evenly on baking sheet.
  4. Roast 20 to 25 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
  5. While vegetables roast, heat skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add sliced tempeh and cook 3 minutes per side.
  7. Pour ½ cup BBQ sauce over tempeh and coat evenly.
  8. Simmer 5 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes strips.
  9. Divide cooked brown rice evenly into four containers.
  10. Add roasted sweet potatoes and steamed green beans beside rice.
  11. Place BBQ tempeh strips into each container.
  12. Add fresh spinach to remaining space.
  13. Seal containers and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Calories: 520
Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 22g
Iron: 25%
Calcium: 15%
Vitamin A: 160%
Magnesium: 20%
Potassium: 18%

Additional Notes and Tips

  • Steam tempeh 10 minutes before cooking for milder flavor.
  • Use homemade BBQ sauce for cleaner ingredients.
  • Add roasted corn for extra sweetness.
  • Store up to four days refrigerated.
  • Reheat gently to keep texture tender.