Vietnamese Grilled Shrimp Salad
This Vietnamese grilled shrimp salad is easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
4 Serving(s)
Ingredients
- 14 oz. pkg vermicelli rice noodles
- 1/3 cup Asian fish sauce
- 1/4 cup packed Schnucks brown sugar
- 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 lb. raw shrimp, peeled, deveined and tail shells removed (thaw if necessary)
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup Schnucks dry roasted peanuts
- 8 oz. shredded iceberg lettuce
Instructions
- Prepare noodles as label directs. In small bowl, stir together fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice and garlic until sugar dissolves. Transfer 1/4 cup to pie plate or shallow bowl; add shrimp and toss to coat. Stir water into remaining lime mixture in small bowl.
- Meanwhile, prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium heat. Shred carrots and cucumber. Coarsely chop cilantro, mint and peanuts.
- Place shrimp on hot grill rack; discard marinade. Cook 5 to 6 minutes or until shrimp turn opaque throughout and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Drain noodles well, then transfer to large platter or shallow bowl. Add 1/2 cup lime mixture and toss to combine. Spread noodles evenly in platter; top with lettuce, carrots, cucumber, cilantro, mint and peanuts. Arrange shrimp on top. Drizzle remaining sauce over salad or serve on the side.
Nutrition Facts
346 Calories Per ServingFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 142mgSodium: 2501mgCarbohydrates: 40gFiber: 5gSugars: 18gProtein: 25gActual nutritional values may vary depending on specific ingredients used and/or modifications to the recipe