Description
Fresh Spring Rolls are light, refreshing, and perfect for a healthy appetizer or light meal. These Vietnamese-inspired rolls are filled with vermicelli noodles, fresh vegetables, herbs, tofu, mango, and avocado, wrapped in delicate rice paper and served with a flavorful peanut dipping sauce. They are vegan, gluten-free, and easy to prepare, making them a great choice for a nutritious and delicious snack or meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 4 ounces vermicelli noodles or other rice noodles
Vegetables & Fruits
- 1 carrot, julienned
- ½ English cucumber, julienned
- 1 jalapeño pepper, stemmed, seeded, and cut into strips
- 1 mango, peeled and cut into strips
- 1 avocado, cut into strips
Protein
- 3 ounces extra-firm tofu, cut into strips
Herbs
- Fresh basil leaves
- Fresh mint leaves
- Fresh cilantro leaves
Others
- 8 large rice paper wrappers
- Peanut sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare the Noodles: Cook the vermicelli or rice noodles according to the package instructions, ensuring they are tender but not mushy. Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse them thoroughly under cold water to stop the cooking process and keep them cool and firm.
- Set Up Workstation: Fill a large bowl with warm water. Dampen a clean kitchen towel and lay it flat as your work surface to dry and handle the delicate rice paper wrappers without sticking.
- Soak and Fill Wrappers: Soak one rice paper wrapper in the warm water for about 15 seconds or until it becomes soft and pliable. Lay it flat on the damp kitchen towel and arrange a small amount of noodles, carrot, cucumber, tofu, jalapeño, mango, avocado, and a few fresh basil, mint, and cilantro leaves in the center.
- Roll the Spring Rolls: Fold the sides of the wrapper over the fillings and then tightly roll from the bottom up to encase the ingredients completely. Repeat this process with the remaining wrappers and fillings until all spring rolls are assembled.
- Serve: Arrange the fresh spring rolls on a serving plate and serve immediately with peanut sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- These spring rolls are best enjoyed fresh to maintain their delicate texture and vibrant flavors.
- If not serving immediately, keep rolls covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity according to your heat preference or omit for a milder taste.
- Peanut sauce can be store-bought or homemade for enhanced flavor.
- These rolls are naturally vegan and gluten-free, perfect for a variety of dietary preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 spring rolls
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
