Vegetarian Chicken Satay Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and protein-packed Vegetarian Chicken Satay Salad, a meat-free twist on the classic Southeast Asian-inspired favorite. Featuring tender vegetarian chicken strips sautéed to perfection and drizzled with a creamy, umami-rich peanut satay dressing infused with soy, lime, garlic, and a hint of chili heat, this salad is a flavor explosion in every bite. Crisp cucumber, sweet red bell peppers, and crunchy carrots mingle with fresh salad greens and fragrant cilantro, all topped with roasted peanuts for added texture and nutty goodness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner. Healthy, flavorful, and completely vegetarian, this dish will quickly earn a spot in your salad repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 300 g vegetarian chicken strips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp peanut butter
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 0.5 tsp chili flakes
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 100 g mixed salad greens
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.25 cup roasted peanuts
Directions
Step 1
Heat the coconut oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the vegetarian chicken strips and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and heated through. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, peanut butter, lime juice, maple syrup, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili flakes until smooth to form the satay dressing.
Step 4
In a large salad bowl, combine the salad greens, sliced cucumber, sliced red bell pepper, julienned carrot, and half of the fresh cilantro leaves.
Step 5
Add the cooked vegetarian chicken strips to the salad, and gently toss to combine.
Step 6
Drizzle the satay dressing over the salad, gently tossing the mixture to ensure even coverage.
Step 7
Sprinkle the remaining cilantro leaves and roasted peanuts over the salad as a garnish.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Vegetarian Chicken Satay Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (965.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1412.8 |
| Total Fat 84.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 12.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2509.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 99.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.6g | |
| Protein 89.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 361.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2770.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories