Do you ever get into a lunch rut and just make the same thing over and over again? I know that I do! Well, it’s time to break out of your lunchtime boredom with something new and delightful: fresh vegetable spring rolls! These veggie-packed rolls are light, refreshing, and delicious. Plus they’re filled with nutrient-dense ingredients like carrots, cucumber, purple cabbage, and bell peppers – perfect for adding healthy nutrients to your plate. As an added bonus these spring rolls come together in under 15 minutes making them ideal for busy weekday lunches or last-minute meals. So ditch the boring sandwiches and give this vibrant recipe a try – you won’t be disappointed!
Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls: Perfect with our Sweet Soy Dipping Sauce!
There’s just something about the crispness of fresh veggies that’s irresistible, especially when they’re wrapped up in a tasty spring roll. The combination of colors and textures is not only visually appealing but also provides a wide range of flavors that dance on your palate. From the icy crunch of cucumber to the slightly sweet snap of red pepper, every bite is a refreshing burst of goodness. And let’s not forget about the dipping sauce – Sweet Soy Dip, it adds yet another layer of yum to this delectable snack. So go ahead and indulge in some fresh vegetable spring rolls — you won’t regret it.
Fresh Vegan Vegetable Spring Rolls
Ingredient Variations
Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls are a delicious and healthy way to incorporate more vegetables and herbs into your diet. Here are some ingredient variations to make your next batch of spring rolls even more unique and flavorful:
Rainbow Veggie Rolls – For a colorful and vibrant presentation, use a variety of colorful veggies such as red bell peppers, purple cabbage, yellow squash, and orange carrots. Add in fresh mint leaves for an extra pop of flavor.
Thai-Inspired Rolls – Use fresh cilantro, Thai basil, and mint along with shredded carrots and cucumbers. For added protein, add crispy tofu or cooked shrimp.
Mediterranean Rolls – Use thinly sliced roasted red peppers, marinated artichoke hearts, and kalamata olives along with cucumber and lettuce. Serve with a side of hummus for dipping.
Nutty Rolls – Add a crunch to your rolls with toasted chopped nuts like almonds, cashews, or peanuts. Combine with julienned carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers for a satisfying texture and flavor contrast.
Avocado Spring Rolls – For added creaminess, add sliced avocado along with julienned veggies like carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers. Pair with a zesty cilantro-lime dipping sauce for a burst of flavor.
Incorporating these ingredient variations will elevate your Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls to new heights and impress your dinner guests. Not only are these rolls visually stunning, but they are also packed with healthy nutrients and flavor. Try out these variations and experiment with your own unique combinations for an unforgettable meal.
The Sweet Soy Dipping Sauce brings it to the top!
Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls
Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls
Ingredients
Let’s gather the ingredients!
Spring Rolls
- 10 rice paper wrappers
- 5 large romaine lettuce torn in half
- 2 ounces vermicelli noodles cooked
- 2 medium carrots cut into 2-3 inch thin matchsticks
- ½ cucumber cut in 2-3 inch thin matchsticks
- 1 red pepper cut in 2-3 inch thin matchsticks
- 14 ounces bean sprouts drained
- cilantro leaves
Soy Dip
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
Let’s Begin!
Soy Dip
- In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, garlic, soy sauce, and pepper flakes.
- Cook over medium heat and stir well to dissolve the sugar. In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water.
- Drizzle the cornstarch mixture into the pan and continue to cook until the sauce thickens and coats the spoon well. Remove from heat.
Spring Rolls
- Have all the filling ingredients chopped and ready.
- Immerse one of the spring roll wrappers in the warm water for about 5 seconds. The wrapper should be soft and pliable. Transfer to a work surface.
- To the bottom half of the wrapper, stack the filling ingredients. Place a lettuce leaf on the wrapper and stack the on top some of the vermicelli noodles, carrots, cucumber, red pepper, bean sprouts, and a few cilantro leaves.
- To roll the spring roll, fold in the two sides of the wrapper over the ingredients followed by the end of the wrapper closest to you. Tuck the ingredients in with your fingers to keep the rolls neat and snug. Continue rolling until the spring roll is formed. Continue filling and rolling the remaining spring rolls.
- Serve with the Soy Dipping Sauce, and enjoy with family and friends!
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Let’s Wrap It Up
From the classic vermicelli and crunchy vegetables wrapped in delicate rice paper rolls to the unique creation of Asian-style coleslaw, spring rolls are a delicious and versatile snacks. Not only are they brimming with fresh flavors, but they’re also great for entertaining guests or packing up as a portable lunch on the go. Plus, they can be made both vegan and vegetarian to satisfy various diet types. So with all this in mind, why not gather up some ingredients and give spring rolls a try? We guarantee you won’t regret it! Give us your spring roll creations by tagging us on social media with #myspringrolls. Let us know what you think!
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