So many people requested for this recipe on IG after yesterdays video
So many people requested for this recipe on IG after yesterdays video is a easy Vietnamese recipe that serves 4. 250 calories per serving. Recipe by Alissa Nguyen formerly Gaming Foodie on YouTube.
Prep: 7 min | Cook: 10 min | Total: 27 min
Cost: $3.28 total, $0.82 per serving
Ingredients
- 8 oz Elbow Macaroni (short pasta shape, uncooked)
- 1/2 cup Onion (white or yellow, finely diced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup Carrot (peeled and grated)
- 1/2 cup Vietnamese Milk Mayonnaise (sweetened mayo common in Vietnamese cuisine)
- 2 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar (raw, unfiltered if possible)
- 1 Tbsp Granulated Sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 1/4 tsp Salt (to taste)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook 8‑10 minutes until al dente. Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: boiling
Prepare the Vegetables
While the pasta cooks, dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the carrot on the fine side of the box grater.
Time: PT5M
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl whisk together the Vietnamese milk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
Time: PT2M
Combine Salad
In a large mixing bowl add the cooled pasta, diced onion, minced garlic, and grated carrot. Pour the dressing over and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Time: PT3M
Chill Before Serving
Transfer the salad to a serving dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Time: PT0M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 6 g
- Carbohydrates
- 35 g
- Fat
- 10 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Contains dairy, Contains gluten
Allergens: Eggs (mayonnaise), Milk (Vietnamese milk mayo), Wheat (gluten in pasta)
Last updated: April 14, 2026








