Thai-Style Vegetable and Noodle Soup

This Thai-style vegetable and noodle soup is a quick and easy way to get your fix of vegetables and protein. It's made with rice noodles, carrots, celery, broccoli, red onion, scallions, and cilantro, and it's simmered in a flavorful vegetable broth. The soup is light and refreshing, and it's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

This soup is inspired by the street food of Thailand. In Thailand, noodle soups are a popular way to get a quick and affordable meal. They're typically made with rice noodles, vegetables, and meat or seafood. This soup is a vegetarian version of a classic Thai noodle soup. It's made with a variety of vegetables, and it's simmered in a flavorful vegetable broth. The soup is light and refreshing, and it's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 8 ounces rice noodles
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped scallions
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the rice noodles and cook according to package directions.
3. Add the carrots, celery, broccoli, red onion, and scallions to the pot and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the cilantro and serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The rice noodles are a good source of carbohydrates and energy.
• The vegetables are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
• The vegetable broth is a flavorful and healthy way to add flavor to the soup.
• The cilantro adds a fresh and herbaceous flavor to the soup.