Fresh Spring Rolls
Fresh spring rolls filled with vibrant vegetables and served with a creamy peanut sauce make for a delightful light meal or snack.
Ingredients
For the Fresh Spring Rolls
- 8 pieces Rice paper wrappers Soaked in warm water before use
- 1 cup Lettuce leaves Rinsed and dried
- 1 cup Cucumber, julienned
- 1 cup Carrots, julienned
- 1 cup Bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, or basil)
For the Creamy Peanut Sauce
- 1/2 cup Peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice Freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup As per preference
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 2-3 tablespoons Water To adjust consistency
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the peanut sauce by whisking together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, and enough water to reach the desired consistency. Set aside.
- Dip a rice paper wrapper in warm water for about 10-15 seconds until soft.
- Lay the softened wrapper on a clean surface.
- Place a lettuce leaf, a small amount of cucumber, carrots, bell peppers, and fresh herbs in the center of the wrapper.
- Fold the sides in and roll tightly from the bottom up.
- Repeat with remaining wrappers and fillings.
Serving
- Serve the spring rolls with the creamy peanut sauce for dipping.
Notes
These fresh spring rolls are best enjoyed immediately with a side of the creamy peanut sauce. They also make a great appetizer or light meal. For storage, keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within a day.