Fresh Spring Rolls
User Reviews
4.7
-
Prep Time
20 mins
-
Total Time
20 mins
-
Servings
8
-
Calories
82 kcal
-
Cuisine
Asian, Vietnamese
Fresh Spring Rolls
Description
These Fresh Spring Rolls use rice paper sheets softened briefly in water, filled with fresh vegetables such as shredded carrot, shredded red cabbage, thinly sliced cucumber and bell pepper, green onion, butter lettuce leaves, and basil. The vegetables are layered inside the middle of the softened rice paper which is then carefully folded and rolled tightly to encase the filling. This technique keeps the rolls intact and easy to eat.
The combination of crunchy and tender vegetables inside a translucent rice wrapper creates a pleasant mix of textures and fresh flavors. The inclusion of basil provides aromatic herbal notes. Peanut sauce served alongside adds a creamy, savory contrast to the crisp vegetables and wrap. Variations include adding protein such as tofu, shrimp, or chicken to increase heartiness.
These rolls are best served fresh for optimal texture. Prep vegetables ahead and store separately in the refrigerator to speed assembly. Avoid stacking rolls directly on each other to prevent sticking; use parchment paper if stacking is necessary. They provide a light, healthy option that pairs well with a variety of dipping sauces.
Storing prepped ingredients separately helps keep them crisp. Rolling just prior to serving preserves the tender but firm rice paper texture. The recipe allows flexibility with vegetables and protein additions for varied flavors and nutrition.
Ingredients
- 8 rice paper sheets
- 8 large basil or cilantro, leaves
- 6 large butter lettuce leaves
- 1 cup carrot shredded
- 1 red bell pepper sliced thin
- ¼ head red cabbage shredded
- 1 medium English cucumber sliced into thin, 2-3" long matchsticks
- ¼ cup green onion sliced thin
Instructions
- Submerge one sheet of rice paper at a time for 5 seconds to soften. Remove it and set aside for 10-15 seconds.
- On the lower middle section of the rice paper wrap, place the ingredients. First, a basil leaf, a few pieces of lettuce and cucumber, carrots and bell pepper, some shredded cabbage, and some green onion.
- Bring up the smaller end of the rice paper to wrap tightly over the vegetables. Next, bring the sides of rice paper over. Roll tightly until you get to the end of rice paper wrapper. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Serve with peanut sauce.
Notes
- Prepare all vegetables ahead of time and store them refrigerated to make assembling quick.
- Add proteins like tofu, shrimp, or chicken to increase the rolls' heartiness if desired.
- Peanut sauce is traditional, but soy sauce, sweet chili, or hoisin sauce can be used as alternatives for dipping.
- Avoid stacking spring rolls directly on top of each other to prevent sticking; layer with parchment paper if you must stack.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 82 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1spring roll | |
| Calories | 82kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 0.5g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.05g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 254mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 3898IU | 78% |
| Vitamin C | 37mg | 41% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
You'll Also Love
