Vegan Southwest Chicken Salad
Loaded with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Vegan Southwest Chicken Salad offers a delicious plant-based twist on the classic. Featuring smoky, spiced plant-based chicken strips cooked to perfection, this salad is layered with crisp romaine lettuce, protein-packed black beans, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado. A drizzle of zesty lime juice and vegan chipotle ranch dressing ties it all together, while optional crunchy tortilla strips enhance the texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner, offering a delightful balance of smoky, tangy, and fresh flavors in every bite. It’s a healthy, satisfying meal that’s sure to become a favorite for anyone craving a Tex-Mex-inspired vegan treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Plant-based chicken strips
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 6 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup Corn kernels
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Avocado, diced
- 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 0.5 cup Vegan chipotle ranch dressing
- 0.5 cup Tortilla strips (optional)
Instructions
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add the plant-based chicken strips to the skillet and season with smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and salt.
Cook the 'chicken' strips for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly crispy on the edges. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the salad base by placing the chopped romaine lettuce in a large mixing bowl.
Add the black beans, corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
Drizzle the lime juice evenly over the vegetables and gently toss to combine.
Top the salad with the cooked plant-based chicken strips.
Drizzle the vegan chipotle ranch dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Adjust the amount to taste.
For added crunch, sprinkle tortilla strips on top, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.5 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3152 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.4 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.7 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 81.8 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 428 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 3557 mg | 76% | |
*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.
