Saigon Chicken Cole Slaw
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Saigon Chicken Cole Slaw! This quick, no-cook recipe combines tender shredded rotisserie chicken, crisp Napa cabbage, and a colorful medley of carrots, red bell peppers, and fresh herbs like cilantro and mint. Tossed in an irresistible Vietnamese-inspired dressing made with tangy lime juice, fish sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and a touch of honey, this slaw delivers a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and zesty flavors. A sprinkle of crushed peanuts adds a satisfying crunch, while fresh red chili gives it a spicy kick. Ready in just 20 minutes, this refreshing and healthy dish is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or even a potluck favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded rotisserie chicken
- 4 cups Napa cabbage
- 1 cup Carrots
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 0.5 cup Crushed peanuts
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 small Fresh red chili
Instructions
Thinly slice the Napa cabbage and place it in a large mixing bowl.
Shred the carrots using a grater or julienne them into thin strips. Add them to the bowl.
Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and add to the bowl.
Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves, then toss them into the mix.
Chop the green onions into thin rounds and add to the bowl.
Add the shredded rotisserie chicken to the vegetables and herbs.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, fish sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and minced garlic.
Finely mince the red chili (removing seeds for less heat if desired) and stir it into the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, then gently toss until everything is thoroughly coated.
Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle crushed peanuts on top as a garnish.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes for the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
438 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.1 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 97 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 1469 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.2 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 975 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
