Vietnamese Mint Noodles

Bursting with vibrant flavors and fresh, aromatic herbs, Vietnamese Mint Noodles is a light yet satisfying dish perfect for warm days or whenever you crave something refreshing. This noodle salad combines tender rice noodles with crisp cucumber, sweet carrots, and a medley of fresh herbs like mint, cilantro, and Thai basil, creating an invigorating base that's tossed in a zesty homemade dressing featuring lime juice, fish sauce, and a hint of sesame oil. Crushed roasted peanuts add a delightful crunch, while optional red chili provides a spicy kick for those seeking extra heat. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile recipe shines as a quick lunch, a crowd-pleasing side dish, or a vibrant complement to your favorite Vietnamese-inspired protein. Perfect for fans of Southeast Asian cuisine, this dish captures the essence of balanced flavors and textures in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Rice noodles
• 25 grams Fresh mint leaves
• 25 grams Fresh cilantro (coriander)
• 20 grams Fresh Thai basil
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Carrot
• 2 stalks Spring onions (scallions)
• 40 grams Crushed roasted peanuts
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 small Red chili (optional)
• 2 cloves Garlic

Directions

Step 1

Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber and cut it into thin matchstick-style strips. Do the same with the carrot, or use a julienne peeler for finer strips. Thinly slice the spring onions.

Step 3

Roughly chop the mint leaves, cilantro, and Thai basil. Set aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by combining lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and finely minced garlic. If you prefer a spicy kick, thinly slice the red chili and add it to the dressing. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice noodles, cucumber, carrot, spring onions, and chopped herbs.

Step 6

Pour the prepared dressing over the noodle mixture and gently toss everything together until well-coated.

Step 7

Transfer the noodles to a serving dish and garnish with crushed roasted peanuts on top for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately, either as a light meal or as a refreshing side dish alongside your favorite Vietnamese-style protein or entrée.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(766.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	718.9

Total Fat 35.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3654.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.4g
Protein 22.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 278.1mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 1439.9mg	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: 41.3%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 46.9%