Thai Rice Paper Rolls

Thai Rice Paper Rolls are fresh and vibrant appetizers, filled with crisp vegetables and herbs, perfect for a light and healthy snack. These vegan rolls are easy to make and can be served with a zesty dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor.

Ingredients

• Rice paper wrappers - 4 sheets
• Rice vermicelli noodles - 50g
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, julienned
• Avocado - 1 ripe, sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 20g, chopped
• Fresh mint - 20g, chopped
• Lettuce leaves - 4 large
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. Prepare all vegetables by washing, peeling, and cutting them into thin julienne strips.
3. In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, lime juice, and sesame oil for the dipping sauce.
4. Fill a shallow dish with warm water and soak one rice paper wrapper for about 10-15 seconds until soft and pliable.
5. Lay the softened rice paper on a clean surface and place a lettuce leaf in the center.
6. Add a small amount of rice vermicelli noodles, followed by the julienned carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, avocado, cilantro, and mint.
7. Fold the sides of the rice paper over the filling, then roll it up from the bottom to the top, ensuring it is tightly wrapped.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining rice paper wrappers and filling ingredients.
9. Serve the rice paper rolls with the dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories, making them a great snack option for weight management.
• Contains healthy fats from avocado, which are beneficial for heart health.

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