Heart-Healthy Rice Noodle Soup

Nourish your body and soul with this Heart-Healthy Rice Noodle Soup, a wholesome and flavorful recipe that’s perfect for clean eating. Made with tender brown rice noodles and loaded with vibrant vegetables like carrots, red bell peppers, and baby spinach, this soup is both satisfying and packed with nutrients. A base of low-sodium vegetable broth, infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a splash of fresh lime juice, creates a broth that's as comforting as it is light. Seasoned delicately with low-sodium soy sauce and a hint of red pepper flakes, this dish is heart-friendly without sacrificing rich, complex flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal option for health-conscious individuals looking for a quick and nourishing meal. Garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions, this soup is a bowl of guilt-free comfort that will brighten up any day.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces brown rice noodles
• 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, julienned
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 fresh lime, juiced
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the brown rice noodles according to package instructions, drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.

Step 2

In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add minced garlic, minced ginger, and chopped onion to the pot. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

Step 4

Add sliced carrots and julienned red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 6

Stir in the baby spinach and let it wilt in the hot broth for about 1 minute.

Step 7

Add the cooked rice noodles to the soup, stirring to combine.

Step 8

Season the soup with low-sodium soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Stir well to blend the flavors.

Step 9

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2281.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1249.3

Total Fat 21.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2001.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 245.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 23.4g
Protein 28.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 288.7mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 2351.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.9%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 76.3%