The crispy lamb shoulder provides high-quality protein and iron, both vital for building and repairing muscle. Paired with energising rice noodles, fibre-rich veggies, and healthy fats from olive oil and sesame seeds, this salad supports post-workout recovery while keeping things light and nutrient-dense. It’s easy to prep, high in flavour, and perfect for refuelling after a heavy training session.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 thumb-sized pieces of ginger, peeled and grated

• 1–2 fresh red chillies (to taste)

• 8 tablespoons olive oil

• 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar

• 4 tablespoons low-salt soy sauce

• 300g medium rice noodles

• 2 carrots, peeled into ribbons

• 1 cucumber, sliced (crinkle-cut optional)

• 2 gem lettuces, trimmed and cut into wedges

• 1 round lettuce, trimmed and cut into wedges

• 1 bunch of fresh mint leaves (about 30g), picked

• 250g leftover cooked lamb shoulder, shredded

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Optional Add-ins for Extra Crunch & Colour:

• Sugar snaps

• Fresh peas

• Radishes

METHOD

1. Make the dressing: Finely grate the ginger and half the chilli into a bowl. Add olive oil, red wine vinegar, and soy sauce. Set aside.

2. Soak the noodles: Place rice noodles in a bowl, cover with boiling water, and soak for around 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to separate.

3. Prep the veg: Use a speed peeler to ribbon the carrots. Slice the cucumber, and add both to a large salad bowl.

4. Add lettuce and herbs: Cut gem and round lettuces into wedges and place in the bowl with the carrot and cucumber. Scatter the mint leaves over the top.

5. Drain noodles: Once soft, drain the noodles and add them to the salad bowl.

6. Crisp the lamb: Shred or finely slice the lamb. Heat a frying pan over high heat, then toss in the lamb and sesame seeds. Fry for a few minutes until crispy and golden.

7. Dress the salad: Give the dressing a mix, then drizzle it over the salad. Toss everything together until evenly coated.

8. Finish and serve: Thinly slice the remaining chilli and sprinkle over the top. Add the crispy lamb, and serve immediately.

Recipe from Save with Jamie by Jamie Oliver.