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tempeh breakfast burrito sliced in two, stacked on top of each other, with the spicy yogurt drizzled on top

Freezer Tempeh Breakfast Burritos

These vegan freezer breakfast burritos are filled with savory tempeh crumbles, sautéed vegetables, and roasted potatoes, then wrapped and frozen for easy breakfasts or lunches. Reheat and serve with a spicy yogurt sauce and a simple side salad for a more satisfying meal.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the sautéed vegetables

  • 1 red bell pepper diced small
  • 1 yellow bell pepper diced small
  • 1 zucchini diced small
  • 1 onion diced small
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

For the tempeh crumbles

  • 400 g tempeh 14 oz, grated
  • 2 tbsp mushroom or veggie seasoning or 2 tbsp nutritional yeast if you do not have it
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper reduce or skip if sensitive to heat
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/4 tsp ground fennel seeds
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave syrup

For the spicy yogurt sauce

  • 1/2 cup thick soy yogurt or other thick plant-based yogurt
  • 2 to 3 tbsp Cholula or other hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt to taste

For assembling

  • 6 medium tortillas corn or flour
  • 1-2 cups roasted potatoes

Instructions
 

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, zucchini, and onion. Season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and cook down. Keep cooking until they are tender and slightly jammy but not mushy. Taste and adjust the salt, then add black pepper. Set aside.
  • Grate the tempeh using the large holes of a box grater.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the grated tempeh and let it cook until lightly browned in spots. Add the mushroom or veggie seasoning or nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, oregano, and ground fennel seeds. Toss well and cook for about 1 minute.
  • Add the soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup or agave. Toss again until the tempeh is evenly coated and fragrant. Turn off the heat and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the soy yogurt, hot sauce, lemon juice, and salt. Taste and adjust as needed. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • If the tortillas feel stiff, warm them briefly in the microwave or in a dry pan until soft and flexible. Do not brown them at this stage.
  • Lay a tortilla flat. Add some roasted potatoes, some sautéed vegetables, and some tempeh crumbles. Be careful not to overfill. Fold in the sides and roll into a burrito. Wrap in parchment paper.
  • Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  • 6.Place the wrapped burritos in a zip-top freezer bag or airtight freezer-safe container and freeze.
  • To reheat, either thaw a burrito in the fridge overnight or microwave it on the lowest power for 1 to 2 minutes just until defrosted. Then toast it in a pan until browned on both sides and heated through.
  • Serve with the spicy yogurt sauce and a simple side salad.

Notes

  • Let the filling cool before assembling so the burritos do not get soggy in the freezer.
  • Do not freeze the yogurt sauce inside the burritos.
  • Flour tortillas are easier to roll, but corn tortillas can work if warmed first.
  • Tandoori masala or extra smoked paprika can be added to the tempeh if you want to change the flavor profile a bit.
Storage
  • Fridge: Store the filling separately for up to 3 to 4 days. Store the sauce in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Freezer: Store wrapped burritos in the freezer for up to 2 months for best quality.
Serving suggestion
These burritos are especially satisfying with a simple side salad for extra freshness and volume.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burritoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 17gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.03gSodium: 517mgPotassium: 704mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 973IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 148mgIron: 4mg
Keyword burrito, freezer breakfast tempeh burritos, tempeh
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