Ingredients
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200g dried rice vermicelli noodles rice vermicelli noodles200g dried rice vermicelli noodles
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1 medium carrot, julienned carrot1 medium carrot, julienned
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1/2 cucumber, julienned cucumber1/2 cucumber, julienned
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1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced red bell pepper1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 cup shredded purple cabbage purple cabbage1 cup shredded purple cabbage
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1 cup bean sprouts bean sprouts1 cup bean sprouts
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1/2 cup fresh mint leaves mint leaves1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
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1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves cilantro leaves1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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1/2 cup Thai basil leaves (optional) thai basil leaves1/2 cup Thai basil leaves (optional)
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1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped roasted peanuts1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
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1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional) red chili1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
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Fried shallots (optional, for garnish) fried shallotsFried shallots (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Assemble bowls with noodles and vibrant veggies, drizzle with tangy vegan nước chấm, top with fresh herbs and crunchy peanuts for a refreshing, nutrient-packed Vietnamese-inspired lunch. For extra protein, add pan-fried tofu or marinated tempeh. Adjust sauce sweetness and saltiness to taste. Omit peanuts for nut-free version.
Steps
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Cook rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside. |
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Prepare all vegetables: julienne the carrot and cucumber, thinly slice bell pepper, shred cabbage, and rinse bean sprouts. |
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In a small bowl, whisk together all nước chấm sauce ingredients: lime juice, maple syrup/coconut sugar, soy sauce/tamari, water, garlic, and optional chili. |
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Divide cooked noodles among serving bowls. Arrange carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, cabbage, bean sprouts, mint, cilantro, and basil on top. |
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Drizzle generously with vegan nước chấm sauce. |
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Sprinkle with chopped roasted peanuts, extra chili, and fried shallots if using. |
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Toss everything together before eating for maximum flavor! |
