Vegan Copycat Chick-fil-A Market Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and wholesome **Vegan Copycat Chick-fil-A Market Salad**, a plant-based twist on the popular restaurant favorite! Packed with fresh, nutrient-rich ingredients like crisp mixed greens, chopped kale, and sweet-tart Granny Smith apples, this recipe also features juicy strawberries, plump blueberries, and crunchy vegetables like red cabbage and carrots. For added flavor and texture, roasted almonds and pumpkin seeds bring a delightful crunch, while savory vegan grilled "chicken" strips provide a satisfying protein boost. Drizzled with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, this 15-minute salad is not only quick and easy to make but also perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. Whether you're craving a restaurant-quality salad at home or need an impressive dish that happens to be vegan, this recipe delivers on freshness, flavor, and nutrition. Perfectly balanced and utterly delightful, it's a must-try for vegan and non-vegan food lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed spring greens
- 1 cup Kale, chopped
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Blueberries
- 0.5 cup Strawberries, sliced
- 0.5 cup Red cabbage, shredded
- 0.5 cup Carrots, julienned
- 0.25 cup Roasted almonds, chopped
- 0.25 cup Pumpkin seeds
- 1 cup Vegan grilled 'chicken' strips
- 0.25 cup Balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
Start by preparing the vegan grilled 'chicken' strips according to the package instructions. This usually involves pan-searing them until they are golden and cooked through. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed spring greens and chopped kale. Toss together to evenly mix.
Arrange the sliced Granny Smith apple, blueberries, and strawberries over the greens in an aesthetically pleasing manner.
Add the shredded red cabbage and julienned carrots to the bowl, distributing them evenly over the salad.
Sprinkle the roasted almonds and pumpkin seeds across the top of the salad for added crunch and flavor.
Slice the cooled vegan grilled 'chicken' strips into bite-sized pieces and spread them over the salad.
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette evenly over the salad. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients, ensuring they are coated in the dressing.
Divide the salad into two servings, serve fresh, and enjoy your Vegan Copycat Chick-fil-A Market Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1095 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.1 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1671 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.7 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.7 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.7 g | ||
| Protein | 80.9 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 401 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2199 mg | 47% | |
*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.
