Vietnamese Salad Recipe
Mixed greens with grilled chicken, peanuts, and sesame dressing.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Sesame Dressing
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Grill the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the chicken is grilling, wash and dry the mixed greens. Julienne the carrots and cucumber, and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips. Chop the fresh cilantro roughly.
- 3
Chop the Peanuts
Coarsely chop the peanuts and set aside for topping the salad.
Making the Dressing
- 4
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assembling the Salad
- 5
Mix the Salad
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced grilled chicken, carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, and cilantro.
- 6
Add Dressing
Drizzle the sesame dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
- 7
Top with Peanuts
Sprinkle the chopped peanuts on top of the salad for added crunch and flavor.