Vietnamese Chicken Salad
This Vietnamese chicken salad is a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables and tender chicken, topped with a tangy lime dressing. Enjoy this easy Vietnamese chicken salad recipe for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 6 cups shredded napa cabbage
- 2 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken, cold (use leftovers or a rotisserie chicken)
- 3/4 cup fresh mint, roughly chopped
- 3/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup red onion, peeled and sliced thin
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts (cashews for paleo-friendly)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
Instructions
- Prep the vegetables: Begin by shredding the napa cabbage, slicing the red onion thin, and preparing the fresh herbs. Combine them with the shredded chicken, carrots, and peanuts in a large salad bowl.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, water, honey, fish sauce, and chili garlic sauce until smooth and well combined.
- Toss and serve: Pour the dressing evenly over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to ensure every bite is coated. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and crunch.