Luffa Rice Noodle Soup
Luffa Rice Noodle Soup is a light, savory, and refreshing Chinese soup, often enjoyed as a breakfast or light meal. It features tender rice noodles in a clear broth, highlighted by the soft, slightly sweet flavor of luffa gourd and often enhanced with ingredients like shrimp, eggs, or pork. This dish is particularly popular in Southern Chinese cuisine, especially in regions like Guangdong and Fujian.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the rice noodles, with moderate protein if meat or eggs are added, and is generally low in fat. It provides key nutrients like potassium and vitamin C from the luffa, and a typical serving contains approximately 180-220 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 200 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Vitamin A | 45 mcg |
| Calcium | 85 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Phosphorus | 95 mg |
| Folate | 25 mcg |
Per 1 bowl (350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this soup exemplifies the Chinese culinary principle of 'clear and light' (清淡) flavors, valued for being easy to digest and hydrating. Nutritionally, luffa is unique for its high water content and diuretic properties, making this soup a popular choice in hot weather or as a gentle meal during recovery.
