Vegan Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this irresistible Vegan Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich — a deliciously plant-based twist on a timeless classic. Featuring seasoned vegan chicken substitute, creamy vegan mayo, and an enticing combination of celery, red grapes, dried cranberries, and crunchy almonds, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of savory and sweet in every bite. Finished with crisp lettuce and served on flaky, buttery vegan croissants, these sandwiches are ideal for both casual meals and elegant brunches. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for prepping ahead or enjoying fresh. Whether you're catering to a vegan diet or simply exploring flavorful plant-based options, these sandwiches are sure to impress. Perfect for keywords like "vegan sandwich recipes," "plant-based chicken salad," and "dairy-free lunch ideas."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Vegan chicken substitute (e.g., tempeh or soy curls)
- 3 tablespoons Vegan mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Red grapes, halved
- 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup Chopped almonds
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 4 pieces Large vegan croissants
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the vegan chicken substitute according to the package instructions or by your chosen method. If using tempeh, steam or boil for 10 minutes and then chop into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the vegan chicken substitute, vegan mayonnaise, chopped celery, halved red grapes, chopped green onions, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, dried cranberries, and chopped almonds.
Mix until all ingredients are well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Slice the vegan croissants in half and gently toast if desired.
Place a lettuce leaf on each croissant bottom half.
Spoon a generous portion of the vegan chicken salad onto the lettuce, then top with the other half of the croissant.
Serve the sandwiches immediately, or wrap and chill for up to a day for added flavor infusion.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2145 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.5 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.6 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 3620 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.0 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.7 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.4 g | ||
| Protein | 64.2 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 475 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 2052 mg | 44% | |
*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.
