Vegetarian Spicy Chicken Salad
Elevate your salad game with this bold and flavorful Vegetarian Spicy Chicken Salad, a powerhouse of fresh ingredients and zesty seasonings. Featuring tender, plant-based chicken strips seared to perfection, this recipe is packed with vibrant mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and creamy avocado. A fiery kick comes from finely sliced jalapeño and a tangy homemade dressing made with fresh lime juice, olive oil, and a splash of hot sauce. Perfectly balanced with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this salad is hearty, nutritious, and ready in just 25 minutes. Whether you're craving a quick weeknight meal or a refreshing lunch, this vegan-friendly twist on a classic spicy chicken salad is an irresistible burst of flavor in every bite!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams plant-based chicken strips
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 small cucumber
- 0.5 red onion
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 1 avocado
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook the plant-based chicken strips for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly browned and heated through. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2
Wash and dry the salad greens, then place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and finely chop the jalapeño pepper. Add these vegetables to the bowl with the salad greens.
Step 4
Peel, pit, and cube the avocado, then gently fold it into the salad mixture.
Step 5
Chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 7
Add the cooked plant-based chicken strips to the salad, then drizzle the spicy dressing over the top.
Step 8
Toss the salad gently to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegetarian Spicy Chicken Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (936.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 913.2 |
| Total Fat 65.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2190.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.9g | |
| Protein 48.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 245.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2278.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories