Vietnamese Rice Noodle and Chicken Salad Vietnamese Chicken and Vermicelli Noodle Salad with Fresh Herbs and Nuoc Cham Ingredients: 6 oz rice vermicelli noodles 2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded (grilled or poached) 1 cup shredded lettuce or napa cabbage 1 medium carrot, julienned 1 cucumber, julienned 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup crushed roasted peanuts 2 tablespoons fried shallots (optional) Lime wedges, for serving For the Nuoc Cham Dressing: 3 tablespoons fish sauce 3 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional) 2 tablespoons water Directions: Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Rinse with cold water and drain well. In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients for the Nuoc Cham dressing until sugar dissolves. Set aside. In a large salad bowl or platter, layer the noodles, shredded chicken, lettuce or cabbage, carrot, cucumber, and herbs. Drizzle with Nuoc Cham dressing and toss gently to combine. Top with crushed peanuts and fried shallots, if using. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #vietnameserecipes #noodlesalad #chickensalad #healthymeals #vermicellinoodles #nuoccham #southeastasianfood #herbyflavors #freshsalads #glutenfree #mintandcilantro #asianchickenrecipes #mealprepideas #lightlunch #lowfatrecipes #flavorpacked #asianfusion #ricevermicelli #tangydressing #crunchyveggies This Vietnamese Rice Noodle and Chicken Salad is bright, tangy, crunchy, and super refreshing It's your ultimate summer lunch or light dinner!

Vietnamese Lemongrass Dipping Sauce Bright & Zesty Vietnamese Lemongrass Nuoc Cham Ingredients: 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, finely minced (white part only) 1/4 cup fish sauce 1/4 cup warm water 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon sugar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 red Thai chili, thinly sliced (adjust to taste) 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional for extra tang) 1 teaspoon grated carrot (optional for color and texture) Directions: In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, warm water, sugar, and lime juice. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved. Add the minced lemongrass, garlic, chili, and rice vinegar if using. Mix well. Let the sauce sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with a touch of grated carrot before serving, if desired. Serve as a dipping sauce for grilled meats, spring rolls, noodles, or fresh vegetables. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 25 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: Makes about 3/4 cup (6 servings) #lemongrass #vietnamesefood #dippingsauce #nuoccham #vietnamesecuisine #lemongrasslove #vietnamesedip #saucefromscratch #asiancondiments #zestysauce #vietnameseflavors #freshsauces #vietnameseherbs #umamiboost #easyvietrecipes #lemongrassdip #spicydippingsauce #vietnamesegrill #authenticflavors #homemadesauces ✨ Bright, zesty, and packed with lemongrass flavor — this Vietnamese dipping sauce is perfect with grilled meats, spring rolls, and so much more! 🇻🇳🌿