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Vegan Chicken Caesar Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A delicious plant-based twist on the classic Caesar salad, packed with vegan chicken and flavorful dressing.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 2 large heads romaine lettuce (chopped)
  • 1 package vegan chicken (seitan or soy-based, cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 cup homemade or store-bought croutons
  • 2-3 tablespoons vegan Parmesan (Optional)
  • 1 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons capers (plus 1 tablespoon brine)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons nutritional yeast
  • 1-2 tablespoons water (to thin if needed)

Seasonings

  • to taste salt and black pepper

Instructions 

  • Whisk together vegan mayonnaise, lemon juice, capers and brine, garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and nutritional yeast. Add water to reach desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook vegan chicken in a pan with oil until golden, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Toss chopped lettuce with dressing. Add cooked vegan chicken and croutons.
  • Top with vegan Parmesan if desired, add black pepper, and serve immediately with extra dressing.

Notes

For extra flavor, add freshly cracked black pepper before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Vegan
Keyword: Caesar, Salad, Vegan