Lotus Hearts Salad Recipe. Cool, crunchy, colorful, and tangy. Escape the doldrums of the salad bar and try this exciting Vietnamese salad. Each bite is full excitement.

1. In a large bowl combine the water, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
2. Place the julienned daikon and carrot in the water mixture. Marinate for 1/2 hour.
3. In a large saucepan boil 4 cups of water. Fill a large bowl with the ice and water to cover.
4. Boil the shrimp for 1 1/2 minutes. Remove and submerge into the ice water for 3 minutes to stop the cooking process.
5. Drain the julienned daikon and carrot and set aside.
6. In a salad bowl combine the lotus heart, mint, daikon, and carrots. Add the lime juice and mix well.
7. Add the shrimp, fried shallots, and peanuts.
8. To make the dressing combine the lime juice, sugar, and fish sauce. Mix until the sugar dissolves and set aside.
9. Pour the dressing over the salad, toss, and serve.

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Lotus Hearts Salad Recipe. Cool, crunchy, colorful, and tangy. Escape the doldrums of the salad bar and try this exciting Vietnamese salad. Each bite is full excitement.