Bun (Vietnamese Herb Noodle Salad)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1
Delicious Vietnamese Bun (Herb Noodle Salad) recipe for a refreshing meal
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Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup fish sauce
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 garlic clove , minced
1 thai chili , finely chopped
shredded carrot ( optional )
1 lb rice vermicelli noodles
1/2 cup sliced garlic , fried
1 1/2 cups fresh mung bean sprouts
2 Persian cucumbers , julienned
1 1/4 cups fresh cilantro leaves
1 1/4 cups fresh mint leaves
1 cup thai basil leaves , roughly chopped
4 scallions , thinly sliced
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts , crushed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
357
Sugar
10g
Fat
10g
Bun, also known as Vietnamese Herb Noodle Salad is a flavorful and refreshing dish that is perfect for summertime. This light and healthy salad is made with rice vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs, veggies, and a tangy sauce that is bursting with flavor. Bun is a popular Vietnamese dish that is enjoyed for lunch or dinner and is often served with grilled meats like pork or chicken. However, this vegetarian version is just as delicious and filling on its own. This salad is perfect for those who are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal that is easy to make and requires minimal cooking.

Instructions

1.In a bowl mix together lime juice, fish sauce, water, rice vinegar, sugar, minced garlic and finely chopped thai chili until the sugar dissolves.
2.Cook rice vermicelli noodles according to instructions on the package. Rinse under cold water and drain.
3.Toss noodles with 1/2 of the prepared sauce.
4.Serve noodles topped with fried garlic, fresh mung bean sprouts, julienned Persian cucumbers, cilantro leaves, mint leaves, thai basil leaves and thinly sliced scallions. Pour remaining half of the sauce over the salad and sprinkle with ground black pepper and crushed peanuts.

PROS

This refreshing Vietnamese Herb Noodle Salad is packed with fresh herbs and veggies making it a healthy and satisfying meal.
The flavorful sauce adds a tangy and spicy kick to the dish.

CONS

The fish sauce can be too pungent for some people’s taste buds.
The salad can also be a bit time-consuming to prepare with all the herbs and veggies that need to be prepped and sliced.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is low in calories and rich in nutrients. It is high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals and is a great source of plant-based protein. The fresh herbs and veggies provide a range of health benefits including supporting digestion, reducing inflammation and improving heart health.

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