This Spicy Buffalo Plant Chicken Salad is the ultimate game-day showstopper and a crave-worthy, protein-packed meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. Crispy air-fried Daring Buffalo Plant Chicken Wings are layered over a vibrant bed of butter lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cabbage and carrots, creamy avocado, and tangy vegan blue cheese crumbles. Finished with a drizzle of vegan blue cheese dressing and optional extra buffalo sauce. This flavor-loaded salad delivers everything you love about buffalo wings—without the meat. Perfect for Super Bowl parties, meal prep, or a quick weeknight dinner. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or just looking for a lighter twist on classic buffalo wings, this easy air fryer salad recipe is guaranteed to be a crowd favorite.
4Serves
15 minsCook
15 minsPrep
Prep the salad base: In a large serving bowl, toss together the lettuce, halved tomatoes, shredded purple cabbage, shredded carrots, thinly sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and half the vegan blue cheese crumbles. Cover and refrigerate while preparing the Daring.
Air-fry the Daring Buffalo Plant Chicken Wings (or see back of pack for oven-baked insructions)• Preheat air fryer to 400°F (205°C).• Spread the frozen Daring Buffalo pieces in a single layer in the basket (noneed to thaw; don’t overcrowd—cook in batches if needed).• Lightly spray with a bit of neutral oil if desired for extra golden crunch.• Air fry for 8 minutes, then shake the basket or flip/toss the pieces.• Air fry another 5–6 minutes (total ~13–14 minutes) until crispy, browned, and heated through (internal temp ~165°F if checking). They’ll be spicy and ready—no extra sauce needed!
Assemble the salad: Remove the chilled salad base from the fridge. Toss gently with the 1/4 cup vegan blue cheese dressing to coat lightly.
Top and serve: Arrange the crispy Buffalo Daring Wings over the dressed salad. Add the cubed avocado and remaining vegan blue cheese crumbles. Drizzle with any extra Buffalo sauce or vegan blue cheese dressing if you want more flavor punch. Enjoy!
