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Rice Noodle Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Vietnam, Rice Noodle Salad, or Bun, is a vibrant dish often enjoyed in warm weather. It reflects the country's love for fresh ingredients and balancing flavors, combining the crunch of vegetables with the chewiness of rice noodles. Traditionally served as a street food, it has gained popularity globally, with variations emerging to suit local tastes.

VietnameseVNmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
250 g glass noodles
1 cucumber
2 carrots
1 green chilli
1 bunch of green onion
40 g raw cashew
Lettuce iceberg
1 bunch of coriander
2 sprigs of basil
2 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp dark sesame seed oil
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sugar
1 clove garlic
40 g ginger
1 lime

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Soy sauce is easier to find and suitable for vegetarians.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: roasted chickpeas

Sunflower seeds provide similar crunch and flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

1

Cook glass noodles in boiling water until tender, about 4-6 minutes.

2

Drain noodles and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

3

Slice cucumber and carrots into thin strips.

4

Chop green chilli, green onions, coriander, and basil finely.

5

In a bowl, combine fish sauce, soy sauce, dark sesame seed oil, rice vinegar, sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.

6

Whisk dressing until sugar dissolves completely.

7

In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked noodles, vegetables, herbs, and cashews.

8

Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

9

Let salad sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

10

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Vietnamese Noodle SaladBun Salad

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