Southern-Style Vegan ‘Chicken’ Salad

For the Shredded Tofu ‘Chicken'

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon vegan chicken bouillon powder or paste
• 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 16-ounce super firm tofu, shredded with a cheese grater (or sub pressed extra firm tofu)

For the ‘Chicken’ Salad

• ½ cup vegan mayo
• ¼ cup yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
• 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh minced dill
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (plus more for garnishing)
• 1 teaspoon black salt (also known as Kala Namak, optional)
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon celery seed
• 6 ounces extra firm tofu (diced)
• 2 stalks celery (finely diced)
• ¼ cup vidalia onion (finely diced)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F

2. 2

   To make the shredded tofu chicken salad, place the olive oil, soy sauce, nutritional yeast, bouillon, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder in large bowl, whisking to combine.

3. 3

   Add the shredded tofu to the bowl, tossing to coat the tofu.

4. 4

   Place the tofu on a parchment paper-lined tray and bake until golden and crisp around the edges, 25 to 30 minutes, tossing halfway through.

5. 5

   Remove from the oven and let it chill at room temperature for a few minutes.

6. 6

   While the tofu ‘chicken’ is in the oven, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, relish, parsley, dill, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, black salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and celery seed in a large bowl until thoroughly combined.

7. 7

   Fold in the diced tofu, onion, and celery until thoroughly coated.

8. 8

   Add the shredded tofu ‘chicken’ and toss once more to coat.

9. 9

   Taste and adjust seasonings, if necessary.

10. 10

    Cover and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours.

11. 11

    Serve chilled and garnish with a sprinkle of smoked paprika. ENJOY!