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.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the Napa cabbage and place it in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Shred the carrots using a grater or julienne them into thin strips. Add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and add to the bowl.

Step 4

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves, then toss them into the mix.

Step 5

Chop the green onions into thin rounds and add to the bowl.

Step 6

Add the shredded rotisserie chicken to the vegetables and herbs.

Step 7

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, fish sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and minced garlic.

Step 8

Finely mince the red chili (removing seeds for less heat if desired) and stir it into the dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, then gently toss until everything is thoroughly coated.

Step 10

Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle crushed peanuts on top as a garnish.

Step 11

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes for the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1011.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1333.8

Total Fat 74.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 294mg	0%
Sodium 4202.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 36.3g
Protein 102.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 341.6mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2732.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.2%

Protein: 30.1%

Carbs: 20.6%