Soya Chunks Salad Recipe

High protein soya chunks salad with greek yogurt dressing on a black bowl with a golden spoon on it.

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This high-protein roasted soya chunks salad is packed with flavor, made with pan fried soya chunks, vegetables tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing.

Course Salad

Cuisine Indian

Keyword high protein soya chunks salad, roasted soya chunks salad recipe, soya chunks salad with greek yogurt dressing

Diet Vegetarian

Method Air Fryer, Stovetop

Prep Time 15

resting time 15

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 281kcal

Author Bhavana Patil

Ingredients

For Soya Chunks

1 cup soya chunks (Nutrela brand)
2 cups hot water for soaking
1 teaspoon oil
½ teaspoon red chili powder
¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
¼ teaspoon roasted cumin powder
¼ teaspoon garam masala
salt to taste

For the dressing

¼ cup hung curd
¼ cup paneer
¼ cup coriander leaves
1 garlic clove minced
1 tablespoon olive oil optional
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt, pepper

For veggies

1 cup romaine lettuce roughly chopped
½ cup onion diced
½ cup cucumber diced
½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
2 tablespoons coriander leaves finely chopped

Seeds & Nuts

1-2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
1-2 tablespoons sunflower seeds

Instructions

Soak 1 cup of soya chunks in 2 cups of hot water with a little salt for about 15 minutes, they will swell up and get soft. After soaking, drain and gently squeeze out the excess water from the soya chunks.
In a pan, add 1 teaspoon of oil. Once it's hot, add soya chunks, ½ teaspoon of red chili flakes, ¼ teaspoon of turmeric powder, ¼ teaspoon roasted cumin powder, ¼ teaspoon garam masala, salt, to taste. Sauté about 2-3 minutes or until you see some brown spots and crispy. Remove and keep them aside. You can also air fry them at 350°F (180°C) for 10–12 minutes.
In a blender, add ¼ cup Greek yogurt (hung curd), ¼ cup of soft paneer, ¼ cup coriander leaves, 1 garlic clove minced, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Blend to a smooth puree.
Note: If you don't like paneer, you can add 6-8 soaked cashews instead.
In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of chopped romaine lettuce, ½ cup diced onions, ½ cup diced cucumber, ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes, roasted soya chunks, 1 tablespoon of pumpkin seeds, and 1 tablespoon sunflower seeds.
Next, pour the dressing over the salad, just before serving, and toss everything well.
Garnish with coriander leaves. Serve immediately. So good!

Notes

Expert Tips

Soak the soya chunks until soft, then squeeze out excess water to keep the salad fresh.
Roasting soya chunks enhances their flavor, gives them a firmer and chewier texture, and helps them better absorb spices, making them tastier and less bland.
Leftovers can be stored up to 2 days in the fridge in airtight containers.

Variations & Substitutions

More Veggies: You can add other veggies of your choice, like avocado, sweet corn, red cabbage, shredded carrots, or boiled sweet potatoes.
Dont have paneer: If you don't have paneer, replace it with extra-firm tofu or soaked cashews.
No Greek Yogurt: If you don't have Greek yogurt at home, take regular homemade yogurt, pour it into a muslin cloth, and drain the whey for 30 minutes above the kitchen sink. Check out the detailed recipe on how to make hung curd at home. I do not recommend using regular curd.
Nuts & Seeds: You can add nuts like almonds, walnuts, and seeds such as flax or hemp seeds for added crunch and nutrition.

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