I don’t often use meatless meat. Beyond Meat Grilled Chicken - Free Strips are an exception and taste fantastic. Whole Foods carries this and also offers a few other flavors. Beyond Meat Grilled Chicken is one of the few brands I think has a great straight from the grill, smoky taste. If you are exploring a vegan or vegetarian foods meatless meats can be a good transition tool but it is not recommended to eat large amounts of processed soy. The key to trying meatless meat is not expecting it to taste like meat. If you try it just as it is not expecting real meat I think you will really enjoy it.
Whole Foods Kailua makes a version of this in their cold salad case and is the inspiration for this recipe. Curry pairs perfectly with sweet and spicy mango chutney while almonds add a nice crunch. Chicken salad makes a perfect sandwich on olive bread with tomato, avocado and sprouts. Let me know if you try this with real chicken for a carnivore moment. I would love to know if the dressing works with the real thing.
Curried Chicken Salad
¼ cup eggless mayo or real mayonnaise
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon mango chutney
¼ teaspoon salt
Fresh cracked pepper to taste
¾ lb or 12 ounces chopped chicken free meat or chicken
4 tablespoon chopped green onion
⅛ cup raisins
⅛ cup sliced almonds
Mix first 5 ingredients until well combined in a bowl. Add remaining ingredients and mix. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve on toasted bread, English muffins, or crackers.
