Heart-Healthy Vietnamese Noodle Bowl (Bun Thit Nuong)
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Heart-Healthy Vietnamese Noodle Bowl (Bun Thit Nuong), a vibrant and wholesome twist on the beloved Vietnamese classic. Perfect for shrimp lovers, this recipe combines tender, lime and garlic-marinated shrimp with delicate rice vermicelli noodles, an assortment of crisp, fresh veggies like julienned carrots and sliced cucumbers, and a fragrant medley of mint and cilantro. Topped with crunchy, chopped unsalted peanuts for texture and served with zesty lime wedges, this dish offers a tantalizing balance of savory, tangy, and refreshing flavors. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this low-sodium and nutrient-packed noodle bowl is as heart-smart as it is satisfying. Whether you're looking for a healthy lunch or a light, flavorful dinner, this Bun Thit Nuong will transport your taste buds straight to the streets of Vietnam!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Rice vermicelli noodles
- 400 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 Carrot (julienned)
- 1 Cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 2 cups Romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted peanuts (chopped)
- 3 Radishes (thinly sliced, optional)
- 4 Lime wedges (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
Step 2
In a bowl, prepare the shrimp marinade by combining lime juice, low-sodium soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, and honey.
Step 3
Add the shrimp to the marinade and let it sit for 10 minutes.
Step 4
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
Step 5
Prepare the vegetables by julienning the carrot, slicing the cucumber and radishes, and chopping the romaine lettuce.
Step 6
In serving bowls, layer the rice vermicelli noodles, romaine lettuce, carrots, cucumber, and radishes.
Step 7
Top each bowl with grilled shrimp, fresh mint leaves, cilantro leaves, and a sprinkle of chopped peanuts.
Step 8
Serve with lime wedges for squeezing and additional herbs as desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1532.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1648.0 |
| Total Fat 30.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 781.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2020.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 236.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 38.6g | |
| Protein 130.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 715.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 789.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3608.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories