Description
These Rainbow Veggie Spring Rolls are as vibrant as they are delicious! Packed with fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and a zesty peanut dipping sauce, they’re perfect for a light snack, appetizer, or even a full meal. Plus, they’re gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and incredibly easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Spring Rolls
- 8 rice paper wrappers
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup butter lettuce or spinach leaves
For the Peanut Dipping Sauce
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1–2 tbsp water (to thin the sauce)
- Optional: Crushed peanuts or chili flakes for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Fillings
- Wash and slice all the veggies into thin, uniform strips.
- Arrange them on a plate for easy assembly.
2. Soak the Rice Paper
- Fill a shallow dish with warm water.
- Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for 5–10 seconds until it softens.
- Place it on a clean, damp kitchen towel.
3. Assemble the Spring Rolls
- Layer a few mint leaves and lettuce on the bottom third of the rice paper.
- Add a small handful of carrots, cucumber, bell peppers, and avocado slices.
- Fold the sides of the rice paper over the fillings, then roll tightly from the bottom to seal.
4. Make the Peanut Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, sesame oil, and garlic.
- Add water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
5. Serve
- Arrange the spring rolls on a plate with the peanut dipping sauce on the side.
- Garnish with crushed peanuts or chili flakes if desired.
Notes
- Storage: Store spring rolls in an airtight container with a damp paper towel to prevent them from drying out. They’ll last up to 2 days in the fridge.
- Customization: Add protein like shrimp, tofu, or grilled chicken for a heartier version.
- Sauce Variations: Use sweet chili sauce, hoisin sauce, or tahini dressing if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 spring rolls with sauce
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25gs
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Rainbow Veggie Spring Rolls, Healthy Spring Rolls, Vegan Spring Rolls, Gluten-Free Spring Rolls, Peanut Dipping Sauce, Fresh Spring Rolls, Easy Appetizer, No-Cook Recipe