Vegetarian Shredded Chicken Salad

Delight in the fresh, vibrant flavors of this Vegetarian Shredded Chicken Salad, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Featuring tender, shredded young green jackfruit sautéed with smoky paprika and aromatic spices, this salad offers a satisfying, meat-free “shredded chicken” texture. Paired with crisp red cabbage, sweet carrots, juicy cherry tomatoes, and refreshing cucumber, it bursts with color and wholesome goodness. A tangy lime-soy-maple dressing ties everything together, making it a perfect combination of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy vegan salad is ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Healthy, gluten-free, and packed with bold flavors, it’s a refreshing way to enjoy a hearty and nutritious meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (14 oz each) canned young green jackfruit
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups, shredded red cabbage
• 1 large, grated carrot
• 1 large, sliced cucumber
• 1 diced red bell pepper
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup, chopped cilantro
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit. Remove the core and seeds, then shred the jackfruit pieces with your hands or a fork to create a 'shredded chicken' texture.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shredded jackfruit to the pan.

Step 3

Season the jackfruit with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is lightly browned and tender.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, grated carrot, sliced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, and maple syrup to create the dressing.

Step 6

Add the cooked jackfruit to the salad and pour the dressing over the top. Toss everything together until well combined.

Step 7

Serve the Vegetarian Shredded Chicken Salad immediately, adjusting seasoning with additional salt and lime juice if necessary.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1876.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	726.0

Total Fat 30.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3114.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 38.4g
Protein 14.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 428.9mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 5671.2mg	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: 35.8%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 56.6%