Refreshing Vietnamese Chicken Salad
This vibrant salad is packed with crunchy vegetables, tender chicken, and a zesty lime dressing that tastes like sunshine.
recipesbynani.comThere is something so satisfying about a salad that leaves you feeling full and energized. This Vietnamese style chicken salad is one of my absolute favorites because it balances fresh herbs and crisp vegetables with a tangy dressing that wakes up your taste buds.
I love making this for a quick lunch or a light dinner. My top tip is to let the chicken soak in a little bit of the dressing before you toss everything together. It helps all those bright flavors really soak into the meat.
🧺 Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 large carrot, julienned or grated
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced into thin matchsticks
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- 1/4 cup peanuts, crushed
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 fresh red chili, finely sliced
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Whisk the lime juice, fish sauce, honey, and sliced chili together in a small bowl until the honey is fully dissolved.
- 2
Combine the shredded cabbage, carrot, cucumber, cilantro, and mint in a large mixing bowl.
- 3
Add the shredded chicken to the vegetables and pour the dressing over the top.
- 4
Toss everything together gently until the ingredients are evenly coated.
- 5
Sprinkle the crushed peanuts over the top just before serving for an extra crunch.
💡 Tips
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. Keep the peanuts separate until you are ready to eat so they stay nice and crunchy. This salad tastes best when served chilled.
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