Sugar-Free Classic Banh Mi Sandwich

Discover a vibrant and guilt-free twist on a Vietnamese favorite with this Sugar-Free Classic Banh Mi Sandwich! Perfect for a health-conscious lifestyle, this recipe combines tender, grilled chicken seasoned with garlic and a touch of soy sauce, nestled inside a crispy baguette. Quick-pickled carrots and radish add a tangy crunch, while fresh cucumber, spicy jalapeño, and a hint of lime juice create a refreshing balance of flavors. Traditionally indulgent but now made without added sugar, this sandwich captures the authentic essence of a banh mi while being light and wholesome. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy and satisfying meal ideal for lunch or dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 whole Baguette
• 200 grams Chicken breast
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Vinegar
• 1 medium, julienned Carrot
• 1 medium, julienned Radish
• 1 small, seeded and sliced Cucumber
• 0.5 cup Cilantro
• 1 sliced Jalapeño
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

2. In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, ground black pepper, and salt. Season the chicken breast evenly with the mixture.

Step 3

3. Grill the chicken breast for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F). Once cooked, set aside to cool slightly, then slice thinly.

Step 4

4. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce and vinegar. Add the julienned carrots and radish, then let them sit for about 10 minutes to quick-pickle.

Step 5

5. Cut the baguette into two equal halves, then split each half open. Hollow out some of the bread to have more room for the filling if desired.

Step 6

6. Spread mayonnaise inside each baguette half.

Step 7

7. Layer the sliced chicken, pickled carrots and radish, cucumber slices, fresh cilantro, and jalapeño slices in the baguette halves.

Step 8

8. Drizzle with fresh lime juice before closing the sandwich.

Step 9

9. Slice each baguette half into half again and serve immediately to enjoy a fresh and healthy Sugar-Free Classic Banh Mi Sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(721.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1446.5

Total Fat 37.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 202mg	0%
Sodium 4476.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 185.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 93.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 239.3mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 1299.7mg	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: 23.1%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 51.1%