Vietnamese Shrimp and Rice Salad

Step 1

Heat the package of rice on high in a microwave for 1 minute according to package directions, or heat homemade cooked rice until warm. Transfer to a medium bowl and cool 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add the shrimp, carrot, cucumber, green onion and cilantroto the bowl. Add the peanut oil and gently toss the salad until combined.

Step 3

In a small bowl, stir together the lime juice, sugar, fish sauce and chili until the sugar is dissolved. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the sauce over the rice salad.

Step 4

Sprinkle the salad with the peanuts and serve, with additional sauce on the side.