Best 5 Vietnamese Chicken Rice Noodle Salad Recipes

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**Vietnamese Chicken Rice Noodle Salad: A Symphony of Flavors in Every Bite**

Embark on a culinary journey to Vietnam with this tantalizing Chicken Rice Noodle Salad recipe. Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this dish is a harmonious blend of succulent chicken, chewy rice noodles, crisp vegetables, and a tangy, aromatic dressing. It's a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.

This Vietnamese-inspired salad is not only delicious but also a versatile dish that can be tailored to your preferences. With variations for vegetarians and gluten-free diets, it caters to diverse dietary needs. So, whether you're a meat lover or a veggie enthusiast, this recipe has something for everyone.

The secret to this dish lies in the delicate balance of flavors and textures. Tender chicken, marinated in a flavorful blend of lemongrass, garlic, and ginger, takes center stage. The rice noodles, cooked to al dente perfection, provide a delightful chewiness that complements the tender chicken. Crisp vegetables, such as carrots, cucumbers, and bean sprouts, add a refreshing crunch, while herbs like cilantro and mint infuse the salad with a burst of freshness.

The dressing, a harmonious blend of fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and garlic, ties all the elements together. Its tangy, salty, and slightly sweet flavor profile complements the savory chicken and vegetables perfectly. The result is a salad that is both light and refreshing, yet satisfying and flavorful.

This recipe provides step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process of making this delectable dish. It includes variations for vegetarians, using tofu instead of chicken, and gluten-free options, using rice noodles made from brown rice or other gluten-free flours.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VIETNAMESE CHICKEN AND RICE NOODLE SALAD



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With fresh ingredients, crunchy textures and bright flavours - there's so much to love in this Vietnamese Chicken & Rice Noodle Salad!

Provided by Sarah Nevins

Categories     Salads

Time 13m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon | 15 ml lime juice
2 tablespoons |28 g light brown sugar
2 tablespoons | 30 ml fish sauce
2 tablespoons | 30 ml rice vinegar
1 red birds eye chili, deseeded and diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts, shredded or diced
4 ounces thin rice noodles
1/2 large cucumber
1 large carrot, thinly sliced or grated
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, sliced
1/4 cup salted peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Start by mixing all of the nuoc cham dressing ingredients together in a small cup or bowl until combined. Set aside.
  • Place the rice noodles in a large pot and cover with boiling water. Let the noodles sit in the hot water three minutes, then drain and rinse the noodles with cold water. If you don't own a tea kettle, add 3-4 cups water to your pot and bring to a boil on the stove top first before adding the noodles.
  • Once cooked and rinsed, add the noodles to a large salad bowl and set aside as you prep the remaining ingredients.
  • Take the cucumber and cut in in half lengthwise. Use a teaspoon to scoop out the seeds in the middle, then use a vegetable peeler to peel the cucumber in to ribbons. Thinly slice or grate the carrot and slice the fresh herbs.
  • Add the cucumber, carrot, herbs, shredded chicken and peanuts to the rice noodles. Pour the dressing over the top then toss well to mix the salad until everything is well covered in dressing.
  • Add more peanuts and fresh herbs if desired and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 59 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 11 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize g, Sodium 849 milligrams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar

VIETNAMESE RICE NOODLE SALAD WITH CHICKEN



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This refreshing, tasty rice noodle salad is perfect for a hot summer day, served with lots of raw crunchy vegetables, seared chicken, and nuoc cham sauce.

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Salad

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 cloves garlic ((minced))
1 lime ((juiced))
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic ((minced))
1 lime ((juiced))
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or white vinegar
1/4 cup fish sauce
3 tablespoons sugar
1 red chili ((de-seeded and sliced, or substitute 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce or Sriracha))
1/2 cup cold water
7 ounces dried rice vermicelli noodles
Vegetable oil
2 cups bean sprouts
1 large carrot ((julienned))
1 seedless cucumber ((julienned))
6 leaves romaine lettuce ((finely julienned))
Mint
Cilantro

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the chicken thighs with your marinade ingredients, and set aside at room temperature for 30 mins to 1 hour while you prepare the other salad ingredients.
  • Combine all the nuoc cham ingredients and stir until the sugar has completely dissolved into the sauce. Taste and adjust any of the ingredients if desired.
  • Boil the rice vermicelli noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Set aside in a colander.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet, grill pan, or frying pan over medium high heat. Sear the chicken for about 4 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Set aside on a plate.
  • To assemble the salad, combine the rice noodles with bean sprouts, julienned carrots and cucumber, romaine lettuce, mint, and cilantro. Slice the chicken thighs and add to the salad. Serve with your nuoc cham sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 kcal, Carbohydrate 68 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 108 mg, Sodium 2204 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 21 g, TransFat 0.04 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

VIETNAMESE RICE NOODLE SALAD



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This is a good salad for a hot day.

Provided by JEN

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 cloves garlic
1 cup loosely packed chopped cilantro
½ jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
3 tablespoons white sugar
¼ cup fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons vegetarian fish sauce
1 (12 ounce) package dried rice noodles
2 carrots, julienned
1 cucumber, halved lengthwise and chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh mint
4 leaves napa cabbage
¼ cup unsalted peanuts
4 sprigs fresh mint

Steps:

  • Mince the garlic with the cilantro and the hot pepper. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, add the lime juice, fish sauce or salt and sugar; stir well. Let the sauce sit for 5 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rice noodles; boil them for 2 minutes. Drain well. Rinse the noodles with cold water until they have cooled. Let them drain again.
  • Combine the sauce, noodles, carrots, cucumber, mint and Napa cabbage in a large serving bowl. Toss well and serve the salad garnished with the peanuts and mint sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.7 calories, Carbohydrate 89.5 g, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 187.5 mg, Sugar 12 g

VIETNAMESE CHICKEN NOODLE SALAD



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This cool Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Salad features authentic Vietnamese flavors and ingredients.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons peanut butter
3 tablespoons rice-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, plus 6 lime wedges for garnish
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon peanut oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
2 fourteen-and-a-half-ounce cans low-sodium chicken stock, or homemade, skimmed of fat
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 pound rice vermicelli
1 cucumber, seeded and cut into 3-inch-long matchsticks
1 red pepper, seeded and cut into 3-inch-long matchsticks
2 carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch-long matchsticks
1/2 small red onion, peeled and cut as thinly as possible

Steps:

  • Place the peanut butter, 1 tablespoon rice-wine vinegar, soy sauce, honey, 1 tablespoon lime juice, garlic, and ginger in the bowl of a food processor or the jar of a blender. Process until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Set the peanut sauce aside until ready to use.
  • Whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons rice-wine vinegar, the remaining tablespoon lime juice, peanut oil, and mint in a small bowl, and set the vinaigrette aside.
  • Place the chicken stock in a large saucepan, and bring to a boil. Add the chicken, and simmer 12 to 15 minutes, until chicken is completely cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan, and set aside to cool, reserving stock. Shred the chicken into bite-size pieces, and toss with the reserved peanut sauce.
  • Add 3 cups water to stock, and return to a boil. Add the vermicelli, and cook until al dente, about 4 minutes. Drain, and toss with reserved vinaigrette.
  • Divide noodles, cucumber, red pepper, carrots, red onion, and chicken among six large bowls, and garnish with mint sprigs and lime wedges. Serve.

VIETNAMESE RICE-NOODLE SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup chopped cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pound dried rice vermicelli
2 carrots, julienned
1 cucumber, halved, peeled, seeded and sliced into thin half-rounds
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup finely shredded napa cabbage
1/4 cup chopped dry-roasted nuts

Steps:

  • Place the garlic, cilantro, jalapeno, honey, lime juice, fish sauce and salt in the bowl of a food processor and process until almost smooth. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the noodles and cook for 2 minutes. Drain, rinse well with cold water and drain again. In a large bowl, combine the sauce, noodles, carrots, cucumber, mint and napa cabbage. Toss well and garnish with peanuts.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you don't have time to marinate the chicken, you can simply season it with salt, pepper, and garlic powder before cooking.
  • Be sure to cook the chicken until it is cooked through, but not overcooked.
  • To make the rice noodles, follow the package directions.
  • The vegetables for the salad can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • When assembling the salad, be sure to toss the ingredients gently to avoid breaking the noodles.
  • Serve the salad immediately with the desired toppings and condiments.

Conclusion:

This Vietnamese chicken rice noodle salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy meal, give this salad a try.

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