Spring Rolls
Light, fresh, and bursting with vibrant flavors, these homemade spring rolls are a healthier, no-fry alternative to your favorite appetizer. Made with delicate rice paper wrappers and packed with crisp julienned vegetables like carrots, cucumber, and bell peppers, these rolls are elevated by the fragrant addition of fresh mint and cilantro. Optional cooked shrimp adds a protein boost, making them versatile enough for a snack or light meal. Perfect for dipping in tangy soy sauce or creamy peanut sauce, these Vietnamese-inspired spring rolls come together in just 25 minutes and are ideal for get-togethers or as a refreshing treat on a warm day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Rice paper wrappers
- 100 grams Rice vermicelli noodles
- 1 cup Shredded carrots
- 1 medium Cucumber (julienned)
- 1 medium Red bell pepper (julienned)
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 12 pieces Cooked shrimp (optional)
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce (optional for dipping)
- 0.5 cup Peanut dipping sauce (optional)
Instructions
Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions. Typically, this involves soaking them in hot water for 3-5 minutes until they soften. Rinse with cold water, drain, and set aside.
Prepare the filling by shredding the carrots, julienning the cucumber and red bell pepper, and washing the fresh mint and cilantro leaves. If using shrimp, ensure they are cooked, peeled, and de-veined.
Fill a shallow dish or bowl with warm water. Submerge one rice paper wrapper into the warm water for 10-15 seconds, or until it becomes pliable, then remove it and lay it flat on a clean kitchen towel or cutting board.
Place a small handful of softened noodles horizontally across the center of the rice paper. Add a few strips of carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, 2-3 mint leaves, a few cilantro leaves, and one piece of shrimp if using.
To roll the spring roll, fold the sides of the rice paper wrapper inward, then bring the bottom edge up and over the filling. Tightly roll upward to seal the roll. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and fillings.
Serve immediately with soy sauce or peanut dipping sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1816 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.2 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 352 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 1423 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 241.7 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 88.9 g | 178% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 589 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 2242 mg | 48% | |
*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.
