Vegan Shredded Chicken Salad

Savor the vibrant flavors of this Vegan Shredded Chicken Salad, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! This recipe swaps traditional chicken for tender, seasoned young jackfruit, which mimics shredded chicken with its unique texture and versatility. Tossed with crisp red bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumbers, and a zesty lime and olive oil dressing, this salad is a refreshing mix of textures and tastes. Perfectly finished with fresh cilantro and served over a bed of leafy mixed greens, it’s a wholesome, gluten-free, and nutrient-packed delight that comes together in just 35 minutes. Whether you’re hosting a summer luncheon or craving a light, satisfying meal, this vegan salad is sure to impress while catering to plant-based diets.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Young green jackfruit (canned in water or brine)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Cucumber, diced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 large Avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 1 large Lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 4 cups Mixed salad greens

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit. Pat it dry with a paper towel and use your hands or a fork to pull it apart into shreds resembling chicken.

Step 2

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the shredded jackfruit and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Season the jackfruit with garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes until it is golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the diced red bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, avocado, chopped red onion, and cilantro.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and juice from the lime to create the dressing. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 6

Add the cooked jackfruit into the bowl with the vegetables. Pour the lime dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Step 7

Place a bed of mixed salad greens onto serving plates and top with the jackfruit salad mixture.

Step 8

Serve the Vegan Shredded Chicken Salad immediately as a fresh, crisp, and zesty meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1487.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	893.1

Total Fat 61.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2413.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 18.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 306.3mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 3548.0mg	0%

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

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 35.4%