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Fresh Spring Rolls Recipe

Light, fresh, and vibrant spring rolls filled with crisp vegetables, herbs, and rice noodles, wrapped in delicate rice paper and served with a flavorful dipping sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal.

Ingredients

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  • Rice paper wrappers
  • 4 oz rice vermicelli noodles, cooked
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup cucumber, julienned
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
  • Peanut Dipping Sauce:
  • 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Warm water to thin (as needed)

Instructions

  • 1. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and cool.
  • 2. Prepare all vegetables and herbs before assembling.
  • 3. Fill a shallow dish with warm water.
  • 4. Dip one rice paper wrapper into water for 5–10 seconds until pliable.
  • 5. Lay wrapper flat and add a small portion of noodles, vegetables, herbs, and avocado near the bottom third.
  • 6. Fold bottom edge over filling, fold in sides, and roll tightly.
  • 7. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
  • 8. Whisk all dipping sauce ingredients together until smooth, adding warm water to desired consistency.
  • 9. Serve rolls immediately with dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Do not overfill rolls to prevent tearing.
  • Serve immediately for best texture.
  • Add shrimp or tofu for extra protein if desired.

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Keywords: fresh spring rolls, rice paper rolls, Vietnamese spring rolls