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Fresh and Flavorful Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce
Light, refreshing, and bursting with fresh flavors, these homemade spring rolls are a delightful and healthy meal. Filled with crisp vegetables and vermicelli noodles, they are perfectly complemented by a rich and savory peanut dipping sauce.
Total time35 min
Calories350 kcal
Protein15g
Serves4 (approx. 8-10 rolls)
Step by step
Method
- 01
Cook vermicelli noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- 02
Prepare all filling ingredients: julienne carrots and cucumber, thinly slice red cabbage, chop green onion and parsley.
- 03
For the peanut sauce, combine all sauce ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Adjust water for desired consistency.
- 04
Fill a shallow bowl or pan with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for 5-6 seconds until pliable. Lay it flat on a moist tea towel or wet wooden board.
- 05
Arrange a small amount of lettuce, noodles, green onions, parsley, and other vegetables in the center of the wrapper. Fold in the sides, then roll tightly from the bottom up.
- 06
Repeat with remaining ingredients. Serve immediately with the homemade peanut sauce.
Useful, not complicated
Gabriela's tips
Small changes that make this recipe easier to fit into real life.
Make the grain ahead
Cook the rice, quinoa or couscous in advance and chill it promptly to make assembly faster on a busy day.
Pack it separately
Keep wet and crunchy ingredients apart until serving, then assemble in moments without a soggy lunch.
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