Low Sodium Fresh Rice Paper Rolls
Delight in the light, refreshing flavors of these Low Sodium Fresh Rice Paper Rolls, a healthy twist on the classic Vietnamese favorite. Perfect for a quick and nutritious meal, these rolls are packed with colorful, crisp vegetables like carrot, cucumber, and red bell pepper, along with protein-rich golden tofu and fragrant herbs such as mint and cilantro. Wrapped in delicate rice paper and served with a tangy, low sodium dipping sauce made with lime juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, each bite is a satisfying blend of textures and tastes. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for those seeking a wholesome, low sodium snack or appetizer that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Suitable for all skill levels, these rolls are fun to prepare and can easily be customized with your favorite fresh ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets Rice paper wrappers
- 200 grams Firm tofu
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 100 grams Bean sprouts
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 12 small Lettuce leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon Ginger
Instructions
Cut the firm tofu into thin strips. Heat the sesame oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Peel the carrot and slice into thin matchsticks. Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise, remove the seeds, and slice it into thin sticks. Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips.
Prepare all your filling ingredients by arranging them neatly on a large plate or platter: cooled tofu, carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, bean sprouts, mint leaves, cilantro leaves, and lettuce.
In a small bowl, mix together the lime juice, low sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create your dipping sauce. Set aside.
Fill a large shallow dish with warm water. Submerge one rice paper wrapper into the water for about 10 seconds until it softens but is still slightly firm. Remove from the water and lay flat on a clean, damp cloth.
Place a lettuce leaf in the center of the rice paper. Add a small amount of each filling ingredient: tofu strips, carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, bean sprouts, and a few mint and cilantro leaves.
Fold the bottom edge of the rice paper over the filling, then fold in the sides tightly, and finally roll it up to enclose the filling. Repeat with remaining rice paper wrappers and ingredients.
Serve the rice paper rolls with the dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy these fresh, low sodium delights!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
964 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1355 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.9 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.4 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 45.0 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 874 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 2510 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
