Vietnamese Summer Herb Salad with Grilled Shrimp

Vietnamese · Summer · 20 min · Serves 4 · By Lesapor Test Kitchen

Capture the essence of Vietnamese cuisine with this vibrant summer herb salad. It's a balanced mix of fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and succulent shrimp, dressed with a tangy lime vinaigrette. Perfect for a warm day when you crave something light and healthy yet satisfying.

Ingredients

• 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
• 2 cups mixed fresh herbs, such as mint, cilantro, and Thai basil
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/2 cup julienned carrots
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, for drizzling
• Flaky sea salt, to taste

Method

1. In a bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.
2. Preheat a grill pan over medium heat. Brush the shrimp with a little olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
3. Grill the shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until they are opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed herbs, lettuce, carrots, and cucumber. Toss gently with the prepared dressing.
5. Top the salad with grilled shrimp and sprinkle with chopped roasted peanuts. Drizzle with olive oil and serve immediately.