Vietnamese Bun Salad Recipe (Bun Noodle Salad)

This Vietnamese Bun Salad features rice noodles dressed in a tangy Vietnamese rice vinegar dressing. Serve this vegetarian salad on its own, or top it with a protein like pork, shrimp, or chicken.

This bun noodle salad is one of my favorites for the warm summer months. Inspired by Bun Bo Xao, it’s a rice noodle salad that’s tossed with lots of fresh herbs and veggies and dressed with a tangy, rice wine vinegar dressing. It’s served cold and is simply delicious!

What’s in Vietnamese Noodle Salad dressing?

  • Rice Wine Vinegar
  • Fish Sauce
  • Lime Juice
  • Brown Sugar
  • Garlic
  • Jalapeno
Ingredients for vietnamese noodle salad on countertop

How to make it

  • Cook the noodles (according to package directions).
  • Make the dressing – by whisking all ingredients together.
  • Toss cooked and cooled noodles with dressing.
  • Combine with fresh herbs & veggies.
  • Enjoy!

Is Bun Bo Xao vegetarian?

Wine Pairings

  • A medium-bodied, wine with some good citrus to it makes a great match – try a Sauvignon Blanc or Vinho Verde.
  • Rosé is another great option.
Vietnamese noodle salad in white bowl topped with chopped nuts and lime wedges.

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Vietnamese noodle salad in white bowl topped with chopped nuts and lime wedges.

Vietnamese Bun Salad

This Vietnamese Noodle Salad features rice noodles dressed in a tangy vietnamese rice vinegar dressing. Serve this vegetarian salad on its own, or top it with a protein like pork, shrimp, or chicken
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

Dressing:

  • 3 Tablespoons fish sauce
  • 3 Tablespoons fresh squeezed lime juice
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon water
  • 1 clove garlic (grated or minced)
  • 1 jalapeno (minced)

Salad:

  • 2 carrots (julienned)
  • 1 red pepper (thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1 cup cilantro (minced)
  • 1 cup Thai basil leaves
  • 1 cup mint leaves
  • 1 cup chopped peanuts
  • Lime wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • Cook the noodles according to package directions; rinse with cold water, and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
  • Toss the noodles with the dressing and vegetables. Top with fresh herbs and chopped peanuts. Serve with lime wedges. Enjoy!
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Nutrition

Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1193mg | Potassium: 314mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 6812IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg

This post was originally published in 2020. It was updated in 2023 to add new information. The Vietnamese Noodle Salad recipe remains the same. Enjoy!

2 thoughts on “Vietnamese Bun Salad Recipe (Bun Noodle Salad)”

  1. 5 stars
    This meal was tasty and great for a weekday meal on a hot night!! Need to find a Vietnamese side dish to go with this in order to keep it vegetarian but be filling enough for dinner.

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