Spiced Seitan & Citrus Salad

Name: Spiced Seitan & Citrus Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon (6 g) lemon zest; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; ¼ to ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 avocado, peeled and pitted; 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon (15 ml) white wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon (20 g) pure maple syrup; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons (10 g) fresh dill, chopped; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 45 ml) water, as needed; Salt and pepper, to taste; Salt and pepper, to taste; 6 to 8 cups (330 to 440 g) mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix); 6 to 8 cups (330 to 440 g) mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix); 6 to 8 cups (330 to 440 g) mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix); 1 fennel bulb, thinly shaved; 1 cucumber, thinly sliced; 1 cup (150 g) snap peas, halved; ½ red onion, thinly sliced; ¼ cup (35 g) pitted green olives, halved; 1 orange or grapefruit, peeled and segmented; 1 orange or grapefruit, peeled and segmented; ¼ cup (35 g) toasted pistachios

Preparation info

yield:
4
servings

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
30 min

Appears in

The Build Your Bowl Salad Cookbook

By Nina Cherie Franklin

Published 2025

About

This vibrant salad features the savory, meaty texture of seitan, complemented by layers of crisp veggies, juicy citrus, and toasted pistachios, all drizzled with a creamy, avocado lemon dressing.

Ingredients

For the Seitan

2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon (

Vegan

Method

Prepare the Seitan

Combine the olive oil, zest, herbs, red pepper flakes (if using), and salt and pepper in a medium bowl, add the seitan, and toss until well coated. Let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the seitan for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy and golden brown. Set aside.