Vietnamese Rice Noodle Salad Refreshing Vietnamese Rice Noodle Salad with Herbs, Veggies & Nuoc Cham Dressing Ingredients: For the Salad: 6 oz (170g) rice vermicelli noodles 1 cup shredded lettuce or napa cabbage 1 medium carrot, julienned 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced 1/2 cup bean sprouts 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts (optional) For the Nuoc Cham Dressing: 3 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional) 2 tablespoons water Directions: Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Rinse under cold water and drain well. In a large bowl, combine noodles, lettuce, carrots, cucumber, bean sprouts, mint, and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together all Nuoc Cham dressing ingredients until sugar dissolves. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Top with chopped peanuts and extra herbs if desired. Serve immediately or chilled. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 270 kcal | Servings: 2–3 servings #vietnamesesalad #noodlebowl #nuoccham #vietnamesecuisine #ricevermicelli #freshherbsalad #healthyvietnamese #asianflavors #summernoodlesalad #lightandfresh #herbycrunch #glutenfreeasian #saladbowlideas #easyasianrecipes #ricebasedsalad #freshmealideas #cleaneatingvietnamese #veggienoodlebowl #vietnamesefoodlove #saladwithzing This Vietnamese Rice Noodle Salad is the ultimate refreshing meal — crisp, tangy, herby, and totally addictive!

Vietnamese Lemongrass Dipping Sauce Bright & Zesty Vietnamese Lemongrass Nuoc Cham Ingredients: 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, finely minced (white part only) 1/4 cup fish sauce 1/4 cup warm water 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon sugar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 red Thai chili, thinly sliced (adjust to taste) 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional for extra tang) 1 teaspoon grated carrot (optional for color and texture) Directions: In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, warm water, sugar, and lime juice. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved. Add the minced lemongrass, garlic, chili, and rice vinegar if using. Mix well. Let the sauce sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with a touch of grated carrot before serving, if desired. Serve as a dipping sauce for grilled meats, spring rolls, noodles, or fresh vegetables. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 25 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: Makes about 3/4 cup (6 servings) #lemongrass #vietnamesefood #dippingsauce #nuoccham #vietnamesecuisine #lemongrasslove #vietnamesedip #saucefromscratch #asiancondiments #zestysauce #vietnameseflavors #freshsauces #vietnameseherbs #umamiboost #easyvietrecipes #lemongrassdip #spicydippingsauce #vietnamesegrill #authenticflavors #homemadesauces ✨ Bright, zesty, and packed with lemongrass flavor — this Vietnamese dipping sauce is perfect with grilled meats, spring rolls, and so much more! 🇻🇳🌿