Vietnamese Spring Roll Salad
Vietnamese Spring Roll Salad delivers 27g protein and 489 calories per serving, balancing volume eating with macronutrient density for recovery days. Four servings prep quickly on the stovetop, giving you a complete meal that doesn't require additional sides or sauces. The vegetable-forward approach supports digestion and fullness between training sessions.
Ingredients
- •Rice Noodles, Dry(227g)
- •Sesame Oil, Toasted(5g)
- •Shrimp(227g)
- •Cucumber
- •Carrots(240g)
- •Bean Sprouts(160g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(160g)
- •Mint, Fresh(160g)
- •Peanuts(80g)
- •Cabbage, Green
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(60g)
- •Vinegar, Rice(45g)
- •Fish sauce(30g)
- •Maple syrup(30g)
- •Garlic
- •Thai Chili Pepper(1g)
Instructions
- 1Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Once they are cooked, rinse them with cold water under a strainer until completely chilled. Then transfer to a large mixing bowl, drizzle with sesame oil, and toss until the noodles are evenly coated with the oil.
- 2Whisk all ingredients together until evenly combined.
- 3Add the remaining ingredients (shrimp, cucumber, carrots, bean sprouts, cilantro, mint, peanuts, cabbage, and sauce) to the noodles, and toss until evenly combined. Taste, and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- 4Serve immediately (with extra lime wedges for squeezing!), or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition — Per Serving
489
calories
27g
protein
12g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 71g
- Saturated fat
- 1.7g
- Sodium
- 835 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 9.4g
4 servings per batch · ~356g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Vietnamese Spring Roll Salad have per serving?
Each serving contains 27g protein and 489 calories with 12g fat and 71g carbs. This macro profile delivers solid protein content while emphasizing carbohydrates for energy.
How many servings does Vietnamese Spring Roll Salad make?
This recipe yields 4 servings, making it ideal for a couple of days of meal prep or a family lunch. Quick prep timing means you can have fresh, macro-balanced lunches ready within hours.
Is Vietnamese Spring Roll Salad good for muscle gain?
At 27g protein and 71g carbs per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain by pairing adequate protein with carbohydrates for workout performance and recovery. The 489-calorie count fits well into a muscle-building surplus.
