⏱ 25 min total

Sesame Crusted Tempeh Sticks

Name: Sesame Crusted Tempeh Sticks
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 4 oz Tempeh; 1 tbsp Almond milk; ½ tbsp Vegan mayonnaise; ¼ tsp Dijon mustard; ¼ tbsp Tamari soy sauce; ¹⁄₁₆ tsp Crushed red pepper flakes; ¹⁄₁₆ tsp Black pepper; ¹⁄₁₆ tsp Garlic powder; 1 tbsp Sesame seeds; ½ tbsp Breadcrumbs; 1 tbsp Tamari soy sauce; ½ tbsp Tahini; ¼ lime yields Lime juice; ½ tsp Honey; ¼ medium Scallions

Per 1 serving · 198 g · 15 ingredients

Calories

408

20%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
27g
25% of calories
Carbs
23g
21% of calories
Fat
26g
54% of calories

Portion

✓ Cholesterol free

At a glance

One serving of Sesame Crusted Tempeh Sticks (198 g) has 408 calories, with 27 g of protein, 23 g of carbohydrates and 26 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (54% of calories). It is high in protein (54% DV), thiamine (26% DV) and riboflavin (b2) (40% DV). Keep an eye on sodium and saturated fat, which provide 60% and 20% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

206cal

medium energy density

Protein per 100 cal

6.6g

Net carbs

21g

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

2.4g

3.8 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein54%
Thiamine26%
Riboflavin (B2)40%
Niacin31%
Vitamin B629%
Calcium27%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Folate (B9)14%
Pantothenic acid10%
Potassium14%
Selenium13%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Sodium60%
Saturated fat20%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 10 minCook 15 min

1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
2
Slice the tempeh into equal-sized sticks.
3
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the almond milk, vegan mayo, Dijon, the soy sauce intended for the tempeh, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
4
In a separate shallow dish, combine the sesame seeds and seasoned bread crumbs.
5
Dip each tempeh stick into the wet mixture, letting the excess drip off, then coat thoroughly in the sesame–breadcrumb mixture. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet, spacing pieces apart.
6
Bake until crisp and lightly golden, about 15 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
7
While the tempeh bakes, make the dipping sauce by whisking together the soy sauce, tahini, lime juice, and honey with a pinch of red pepper flakes, if desired.
8
Thinly slice the scallion. Let the tempeh cool for a few minutes, then serve with the dipping sauce and sprinkle with scallions.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (198 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	2 μg	0%
Vitamin C	4 mg	5%
Vitamin D	0 μg	0%
Vitamin E	0.1 mg	1%
Vitamin K	8 μg	7%
Thiamine	0.3 mg	26%
Riboflavin (B2)	1 mg	40%
Niacin	5 mg	31%
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg	29%
Folate (B9)	55 μg	14%
Vitamin B12	0.1 μg	5%
Pantothenic acid	0.5 mg	10%
Choline	15 mg	3%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	275 mg	27%
Iron	6 mg	74%
Potassium	637 mg	14%
Magnesium	144 mg	34%
Phosphorus	453 mg	65%
Zinc	2 mg	23%
Copper	1 mg	127%
Manganese	2 mg	87%
Selenium	7 μg	13%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	1 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	0 μg	—
Arginine	2 g	—
Aspartic acid	3 g	—
Beta carotene	30 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.3 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0 g	—
Fluoride	0.3 μg	—
Fructose	2 g	—
Galactose	0.1 g	—
Glucose	1 g	—
Glutamic acid	5 g	—
Glycine	1 g	—
Histidine	1 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	1 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	2 g	—
Lycopene	0 μg	—
Lysine	1 g	—
Maltose	0.1 g	—
Methionine	0.3 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	10 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	9 g	—
Proline	2 g	—
Retinol	0 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	2 g	—
Sucrose	0.1 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	0 g	—
Total omega 6	0 g	—
Tryptophan	0.3 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	1 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0 μg	—

Burning 408 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

77min
Walking (3.5 mph)
49min
Cycling (moderate)
34min
Running (6 mph)
57min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Sesame Crusted Tempeh Sticks?

One serving of Sesame Crusted Tempeh Sticks (1 serving) has 408 calories, which works out to 206 calories per 100 g. That is about 20% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Are Sesame Crusted Tempeh Sticks high in protein?

It provides a solid 27 g of protein per serving (54% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 25% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Are Sesame Crusted Tempeh Sticks keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 21 g of net carbs and 21% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Sesame Crusted Tempeh Sticks?

1377 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).

How much sugar is in Sesame Crusted Tempeh Sticks?

3.8 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (198 g)

Calories408

% Daily Value*

Total fat 26g	33%
Saturated fat 4g	20%
Trans fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1,377mg	60%
Total carbohydrate 23g	8%
Dietary fiber 2.4g	9%
Total sugars 3.8g
Protein 27g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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