Best 4 Vietnamese Herb And Salad Plate Recipes

## Vietnamese Herb and Salad Plate: A Symphony of Flavors and Textures

In the heart of Vietnamese cuisine lies a vibrant and aromatic world of herbs and salads, where each leaf, stem, and blossom brings a unique layer of flavor and texture. This culinary symphony, known as the Vietnamese Herb and Salad Plate, is a celebration of freshness, balance, and the harmonious interplay of ingredients. From the pungent sharpness of perilla leaves to the cooling crispness of cucumber, from the delicate fragrance of mint to the nutty earthiness of roasted peanuts, this delectable platter offers a journey through the diverse flavors of Vietnam.

This comprehensive guide unveils the secrets of creating an authentic Vietnamese Herb and Salad Plate, with step-by-step recipes for each essential component. Learn how to select the finest herbs and vegetables, prepare them with precision, and arrange them artfully on a platter to create a visually stunning centerpiece. Discover the art of making the quintessential dipping sauce, nuoc cham, a harmonious blend of fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, and chili, which elevates the flavors of the herbs and salad to new heights.

Whether you're a seasoned Vietnamese food enthusiast or a curious culinary explorer, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and skills to bring the vibrant flavors of Vietnam into your kitchen. Dive into the recipes and immerse yourself in the aromatic world of Vietnamese herbs and salads, where every bite promises a burst of freshness, complexity, and pure culinary delight.

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

CHICKEN AND HERB SALAD WITH NUOC CHAM

Chicken and Herb Salad With Nuoc Cham image

Nuoc cham, a Vietnamese sauce bright with lime juice and chile, is tossed into this simple, satisfying salad to give it a salty-sweet finish. Thinly sliced bell pepper and shaved cabbage provide crunch, while meat pulled from a store-bought rotisserie chicken - or any leftover chicken - soaks up the dressing. Serve this by itself, or alongside steamed rice or room-temperature cooked rice vermicelli.

Provided by Yewande Komolafe

Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, weekday, weeknight, salads and dressings, main course

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 bird's-eye chile or other small hot chile, minced with seeds
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from 2 limes)
3 tablespoons fish sauce
3 loosely packed cups chicken meat (12 ounces, pulled from store-bought rotisserie chicken or roast chicken)
2 cups thinly sliced red or green cabbage
1 small English cucumber, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 medium bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups peppery leafy greens, such as watercress with tender stems, arugula or mizuna
1 loosely packed cup Thai or sweet basil leaves
1 loosely packed cup mint leaves
1/2 cup crispy fried shallots or onions, store-bought or homemade

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the sugar and 1/4 cup water. Whisk to dissolve the sugar. Add the garlic, chile, lime juice and fish sauce. Stir to combine.
Add the chicken, cabbage, cucumbers and bell pepper to the dressing. Toss to coat. Add the leafy greens and the basil and mint leaves. Toss to combine.
Divide the salad among bowls, garnish with the crispy shallots and serve immediately.

THAI-VIETNAMESE SALAD BAR SUPREME

Thai-Vietnamese Salad Bar Supreme image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 40m

Yield up to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 32

Ingredients

3 hearts Romaine lettuce, chopped
1 sack (10 ounces) mixed baby greens
2 cups fresh bean sprouts, any variety
1 cup thinly sliced daikon or red radishes
2 cups shredded carrots, available prepped in plastic bags in produce case
8 scallions, sliced on the bias
1/2 seedless cucumber, sliced in 1/2 lengthwise, thinly sliced
1 pint yellow or red grape tomatoes
1 red onion, quartered and thinly sliced
1 bunch fresh mint leaves, trimmed
1 bunch fresh basil leaves, trimmed
2 (2-ounce) packages chopped nuts, found on baking aisle
8 slices almond toast or anisette toast, (recommended: Stella D'Oro) cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup tamari dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, eyeball it
4 to 8 thin cut chicken cutlets, depending on size
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound mahi mahi
1 ripe lime
3 tablespoons white vinegar or rice wine vinegar
1/2 cup white grape juice concentrate or apple juice concentrate
3 tablespoons peanut butter
2 inches fresh ginger root, grated
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon chopped nuts (from salad bar)
3 tablespoons white vinegar or rice wine vinegar
1/3 cup pepper jelly, available on condiment aisle
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons hot chili oil
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

Arrange salad bar ingredients in serving dishes and bowls as you prep them: romaine, baby mixed greens, bean sprouts, daikon radishes, carrots, scallions, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, mint leaves, basil leaves, nuts and sweet almond or anise "croutons".
Heat a grill pan over medium high heat.
Combine soy and oil in a shallow dish. Add chicken and turn to coat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Drizzle fish with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill chicken 3 minutes on each side. Cut chicken into strips on an angle and pile onto a serving plate. Grill fish 4 to 5 minutes on each side, until opaque. Squeeze lime over the fish and break into chunks as you transfer it to a serving plate.
Combine all ingredients, except oil, for peanut dressing in a blender. Blend for 30 seconds, then open lid and continue dressing by streaming in oil. Transfer dressing to a serving dish and sprinkle the dressing with a spoonful of nuts from your salad bar to garnish the dish.
For garlic dressing, whisk vinegar, jelly, garlic, black pepper and chili oil together. Stream in vegetable oil while continuing to whisk. When the oil is incorporated, transfer dressing to a small dish to serve.

VIETNAMESE-STYLE PORK CHOPS WITH FRESH HERB SALAD

Vietnamese-Style Pork Chops with Fresh Herb Salad image

A heavy-hitting marinade and an unexpected plum and herb salad transform pork rib chops into an irresistible summer meal.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories Bon Appétit Pork Grill Herb Garlic Plum Green Onion/Scallion Chile Pepper Cilantro Basil Mint Summer Dinner Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 large shallot, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/3 cup (packed) light brown sugar
1/4 cup fish sauce
2 tablespoons dark or regular soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
4 (1/4-1/2-inch-thick) bone-in pork rib chops
Kosher salt
3 firm red plums, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
2 scallions, dark- and pale-green parts only, thinly sliced
1 Fresno chile, thinly sliced
2 cups torn mixed herb leaves (such as Thai or sweet basil, cilantro, and/or mint)
1/2 cup bean sprouts
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
Lime wedges (for serving)

Steps:

Blend shallot, garlic, brown sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce, oil, and pepper in a blender. Transfer marinade to a large resealable plastic bag. Add pork chop and turn to coat. Seal bag, pressing out air; chill at least 1 hour and up to 12 hours.
Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. (Alternatively, heat a grill pan over medium-high.) Remove pork chops from marinade, letting excess drip back into bag; season both sides with salt. Grill pork chops, turning once, until lightly charred, about 2 minutes per side.
Meanwhile, toss plums, scallions, chile, herbs, bean sprouts, and vinegar in a large bowl. Season with salt; toss again.
Serve pork with salad and lime wedges.

BUN (VIETNAMESE HERB NOODLE SALAD)

Bun (Vietnamese Herb Noodle Salad) image

Bun is a traditional Vietnamese herb noodle salad that is dressed with Nuoc Cham Sauce. Many families have their different ways of preparing the sauce, but I like this one the best. If you have a difficult time finding the Thai chili, the Persian cucumbers, or the Thai basil, you can substitute them with a Serrano chili, an English cucumber (1 instead of 2), and sweet Italian basil.

Provided by Sommer Clary

Categories Vietnamese

Time 25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup fish sauce
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 thai chili, finely chopped
shredded carrot (optional)
1 lb rice vermicelli noodles
1/2 cup sliced garlic, fried
1 1/2 cups fresh mung bean sprouts
2 Persian cucumbers, julienned
1 1/4 cups fresh cilantro leaves
1 1/4 cups fresh mint leaves
1 cup thai basil leaves, roughly chopped
4 scallions, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts, crushed

Steps:

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Turn off the heat and add the noodles; let sit for 2 minutes.
Remove noodles from hot water and shock them by placing them in a bowl of ice water. Drain in a colander.
Place the noodles onto a serving bowl and cover with the cucumber, scallions and herbs. Garnish with black pepper, garlic and peanuts.
Before serving, pour the Nuac Cham sauce over all and toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.4, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 47.9, Sodium 569.4, Carbohydrate 55.2, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 5.7, Protein 13.3

Tips:

Use fresh herbs: Vietnamese herbs are the heart of this dish, so make sure they are fresh and vibrant. Look for herbs with bright green leaves and no signs of wilting.
Prep the herbs properly: Before using the herbs, wash them thoroughly and dry them well. Then, remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into small pieces.
Use a variety of textures: This salad is all about textures, so make sure to include a variety of crunchy, soft, and chewy ingredients. Some good options include bean sprouts, shredded carrots, roasted peanuts, and crispy shallots.
Make a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of this salad together. Make sure to use a good quality fish sauce and rice vinegar, and season it to taste with sugar, lime juice, and salt.
Serve immediately: This salad is best served immediately, while the herbs are still fresh and crispy. If you need to make it ahead of time, store the herbs and dressing separately and assemble the salad just before serving.

Conclusion:

This Vietnamese herb and salad plate is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with fresh herbs, colorful vegetables, and a tangy dressing. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own personal preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious meal, give this Vietnamese herb and salad plate a try.