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Vietnamese Morning Glow Salad Bowl

Find a revitalizing gluten-free recipe with a focus on clean eating and energy boosting ingredients

πŸ•’ Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 5 minutes (for shrimp) Total: 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: 1
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Vietnamese

Allergens

Shrimp, Fish Sauce (contains fish)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mixed leafy greens (spinach, kale, arugula) 1/2 cup julienned carrots 1/2 cup sliced cucumber 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 6 oz cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/4 cup chopped green onions 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper 2 tbsp chopped peanuts (optional) Dressing: 3 tbsp fresh lime juice 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup 1 tbsp fish sauce 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp minced ginger 1/2 tsp sriracha (optional) Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine mixed leafy greens, carrots, cucumber, cilantro, mint leaves, shrimp, green onions, and red bell pepper.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey or maple syrup, fish sauce, garlic, ginger, sriracha (if using), salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Top with chopped peanuts, if desired.

Chef’s Insight

Customize your salad with additional vegetables or proteins for variety and flavor

Notes

Adjust dressing to taste, adding more honey or lime juice as desired

Cultural or Historical Background

Vietnamese cuisine is known for its fresh ingredients and bold flavors, perfect for a revitalizing meal