Vietnamese Herb & Shrimp Salad (Goi Tom)
Crisp cabbage, herbs, and juicy shrimp tossed in a bright lime-fish sauce dressing — a light, low-carb Vietnamese-inspired salad.
Goi tom is a Vietnamese salad built on contrast: crunchy cabbage and carrot, a tangle of fresh herbs, and juicy shrimp, all pulled together with a dressing that balances lime, a little sweetness, and fish sauce. It's the kind of dish that tastes far more indulgent than its ingredient list suggests.
Because the bulk of this salad is shredded cabbage and herbs rather than noodles or rice, it stays naturally low in carbohydrates while the shrimp brings a solid dose of lean protein. The dressing is used as a light coating rather than a heavy pour, so the fresh, crunchy vegetables stay the main event.
Top with crushed peanuts for a bit of crunch and serve right away while the cabbage is still crisp.
Ingredients
These ingredients are common at South Asian grocers; a well-stocked international supermarket usually carries them too.
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