Pho Bo Vien

Pho Bo Vien is a Vietnamese noodle soup featuring beef meatballs, rice noodles, and a clear, aromatic broth. It typically includes fresh herbs like cilantro and Thai basil, bean sprouts, and lime, served alongside the savory beef broth. This dish is a popular variation of the classic Pho, originating from Northern Vietnam.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Pho Bo Vien is a balanced meal, offering a good source of protein from the beef meatballs and carbohydrates from the rice noodles. A typical serving provides around 400-500 calories, with key nutrients including iron, B vitamins, and potassium.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	15 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	1200 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Vitamin B12	2.0 mcg
Niacin (B3)	6.0 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Zinc	3.5 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Selenium	15 mcg

Per 1 bowl (450 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The dish is culturally significant as a comforting, everyday staple in Vietnam, often enjoyed for breakfast or lunch. Nutritionally, the combination of rice noodles and lean protein makes it a satisfying, relatively light meal that provides sustained energy.