Lactose Free Vietnamese Chicken Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing

Bright, herby, and loaded with texture, this Vietnamese-inspired chicken salad is the kind of dish that makes you feel like you're eating something restaurant-worthy with very little effort. Gently poached chicken gets shredded into tender strips and tossed with two kinds of cabbage, julienned carrots, and a generous handful of fresh mint, cilantro, and basil — the herb combination alone is worth making this for. The ginger-lime dressing ties everything together with a punchy balance of citrus, coconut aminos, honey, and garlic that clings to every strand of cabbage beautifully. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of dairy, so there's no substituting or swapping required — this is just how the dish is built. That makes it a genuinely satisfying option when you're cooking for someone who needs to avoid lactose but still wants bold, complex flavor on the plate. The dry-roasted cashews scattered on top add a satisfying crunch that rounds out the whole bowl. Make the dressing ahead, shred the chicken, and this comes together fast enough for a weeknight but looks impressive enough to bring to a gathering.

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