Pho with Zucchini Noodles
This pho with zucchini noodles is a light, healthy twist on the traditional Vietnamese soup. It's packed with nourishing ingredients and full of comforting flavor. Quick, easy, and perfect for cozy nights or boosting your immune system!
4 people
Calories: 54kcal
Ingredients
For the Broth:
- 4 cups water
- 2-3 scallions roughly chopped
- 2 garlic cloves peeled
- 1 piece fresh ginger about 2 inches, sliced
- 1 serrano or jalapeño pepper sliced
- 10 shiitake mushrooms sliced
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 star anise
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 slice orange
- 1 slice lemon
- Pinch of salt
For Serving:
- 4 zucchinis spiralized into noodles
- Tamari sauce to taste
- Sesame oil for drizzling
- Lemon juice to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Fresh mint leaves
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Make the broth:
- In a large pot, combine the water, scallions, garlic, ginger, serrano or jalapeño, shiitake mushrooms, cloves, star anise, cinnamon stick, orange slice, lemon slice, and a pinch of salt.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Prepare the zucchini noodles:
- While the broth simmers, spiralize the zucchinis and set the noodles aside.
Assemble the pho:
- Strain the broth into bowls to remove the solids. Add a handful of raw zucchini noodles to each bowl.
Season and serve:
- Top the noodles with a splash of tamari sauce, a drizzle of sesame oil, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Garnish generously with cilantro, mint, and basil leaves.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Storage tip: Store leftover broth separately from the zucchini noodles to prevent the noodles from becoming soggy.
Spiciness: For extra heat, add sliced jalapeño or a few drops of sriracha when serving.
Protein boost: Add baked tofu, cooked shredded chicken, or tempeh for a heartier version.
Broth shortcut: To save time, you can make the broth a day ahead and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 465IU | Vitamin C: 37.4mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 1.1mg