Vietnamese Lemongrass Tofu Bowl
Crispy lemongrass tofu over vermicelli with herbs and nuoc cham. 390 calories, 20g protein, fresh and zesty.
Vietnamese Lemongrass Tofu Bowl has 390 calories per serving, with 20g protein, 54g carbs, 11g fat, and 3g fiber. Prep 15 min, cook 10 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
390
Calories
20g
Protein
40% DV
54g
Carbs
20% DV
11g
Fat
14% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
10 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$4.00
Vietnamese Lemongrass Tofu Bowl
A bright, herbaceous noodle bowl with crispy lemongrass-marinated tofu, crisp vegetables, and a tangy nuoc cham-style dressing—390 calories and 20g protein.
Ingredients
- 5 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 oz rice vermicelli
- 1 lemongrass stalk, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 oz carrot, julienned
- 2 oz cucumber, julienned
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, torn
Instructions
- Marinate tofu in minced lemongrass, garlic, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp oil for 15 minutes.
- Cook vermicelli according to package directions; drain and rinse cool.
- Make the dressing by whisking lime juice, remaining soy sauce, 2 tbsp water, and a pinch of sugar.
- Pan-fry the tofu in a hot nonstick skillet 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
- Arrange vermicelli in a bowl topped with carrot, cucumber, and mint.
- Add the hot crispy tofu on top.
- Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently before eating.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 390 kcal |
| Protein | 20g |
| Carbs | 54g |
| Fat | 11g |
| Fiber | 3g |
Tips
- Pressing the tofu well is key to getting it crispy.
- Use a nonstick skillet so you can crisp the tofu with minimal oil.
- Swap the dressing for store-bought vegan fish sauce for extra funk.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout.
Equipment
skillet
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