Rice Paper Roll Salad - High Protein - Gluten Free
6 People
260 Cals
Rice Paper Roll Salad - High Protein - Gluten Free
6 People
260 Cals
About the recipe
Fresh, Healthy & High-ProteinA fresh and vibrant rice paper roll salad served in crisp lettuce cups with tender chicken, herbs, rice noodles and hoisin peanut sauce. Healthy, gluten-free and perfect for easy lunches or light dinners.Tender chicken is tossed with lime, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado and handfuls of fragrant herbs, then served in crunchy iceberg lettuce cups with silky rice noodles and a drizzle of delicious hoisin peanut sauce.It’s light, refreshing and wonderfully satisfying, with the perfect balance of bright citrus, fresh herbs and savoury richness. The lettuce cups add a lovely crunch while keeping the dish naturally gluten-free and high in protein.This rice paper roll salad is perfect for quick lunches, light dinners or sharing with friends. It’s also a fantastic way to use leftover roast chicken or poached chicken breast.Fresh, vibrant and incredibly satisfying.
Nutrition Per Serving
260
Calories
10g
Fat
2g
Saturates
4g
Sugars
194mg
Salt
24g
Protein
22g
Carbs
4g
Fibre
Ingredients
Chicken Filling
- 300 g cooked chicken breast finely chopped (also delicious with tofu, prawns or tuna)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 small cucumber peeled, seeded and diced
- 2 spring onions finely sliced
- 1 avocado diced
- 1 cup fresh herbs mint and coriander
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Hoisin Peanut Sauce
- 2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice or rice vinegar
- 80 - 120 ml warm water or coconut milk
- Optional chilli oil or chilli flakes
To serve
- 1 iceberg lettuce leaves seperated
- 100 g thin rice noodles cooked
- handful toasted cashew nuts to garnish
- fresh mint and coriander to garnish
Method
- Place the chopped chicken into a bowl with the lime juice and mix gently to combine.
- Add the cucumber, spring onions, avocado, sesame oil and fresh herbs, then toss lightly.
- Arrange crisp iceberg lettuce cups on a serving platter.
- Fill each lettuce cup with a small handful of rice noodles, followed by a generous spoonful of the chicken mixture.
- Drizzle over the hoisin peanut sauce and finish with roasted cashews and extra fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately while everything is fresh and vibrant. Make extra hoisin dipping sauce - it's spectacular !!!
Kitchen Notes & Inspiration
This salad captures all the fresh flavours of Vietnamese rice paper rolls, but served in a vibrant lettuce cup that’s quicker and easier to assemble.
Leftover roast chicken or poached chicken breast works beautifully here, making it a perfect recipe for quick lunches or easy midweek meals.
If you enjoy a little heat, drizzle over chilli oil or add a few slices of fresh red chilli before serving.
For a vegetarian version, swap the chicken for tofu, tempeh or even roasted mushrooms.
When preparing the lettuce cups, choose crisp iceberg or baby gem lettuce. Their natural crunch makes the perfect fresh base for the salad.
This recipe is ideal for entertaining — arrange the lettuce cups on a large platter and let guests build their own vibrant rice paper roll salads.
