The healthiest vegan bacon substitute only takes minutes to make, and all you need is some carrots.

Here’s how to make carrot bacon.

Like other processed meats, it contains preservatives and a ton of sodium.

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AndSareena Sheppard, the recipe developer behind the gluten-free food blogSareenas Food, has nailed both of those things.

It has the smokiness, saltiness, and crispiness that makes everyone love bacon.

It has the smokiness, saltiness, and crispiness that makes everyone love bacon, she says.

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Preheat oven to 350F.2.

Slice the carrots 1/16 of an inch thick lengthwise and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.3.

Combine the maple syrup, tahini, tamari, and almond butter.

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Add the liquid smoke 1 drop at a time to get your desired smokiness.

That way, it doesnt overpower things.4.

Spread the mixture over both sides of the carrots.5.

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Sprinkle with salt and bake for 9 to 11 minutes, flipping halfway through.

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