Ingredients
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For the Spring Rolls:
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8 rice paper wrappers
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1 cup firm tofu, thinly sliced or julienned
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1 cup cooked rice vermicelli noodles
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1 cup lettuce leaves (such as Romaine or butter lettuce)
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1 cup fresh mint leaves
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1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves (or regular basil)
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1/2 cucumber, julienned
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1 carrot, julienned
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1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1/2 avocado, thinly sliced (optional)
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For the Peanut Dipping Sauce:
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1/4 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
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2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
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1 tbsp maple syrup
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1 tbsp lime juice
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1/2 tsp grated ginger
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1 Water (to thin as needed)
Directions
Serve the fresh spring rolls with the peanut dipping sauce and enjoy!
You can customize the spring rolls with your favorite vegetables and herbs. These rolls are best when served immediately but can be stored for a short time with a damp paper towel to prevent them from drying out.
Steps
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For the Peanut Dipping Sauce: |
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In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Add water gradually until you reach your desired sauce consistency. Set aside. |
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For the Spring Rolls: |
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Prepare all your vegetables, herbs, tofu, and rice vermicelli noodles. Have them ready and easily accessible. |
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Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water, ensuring it's fully submerged for a few seconds until it softens. |
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Carefully remove the wrapper from the water and place it on a clean, damp kitchen towel or a non-stick surface. |
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Begin assembling the roll by placing a lettuce leaf at the bottom of the wrapper, leaving a border around the edges. |
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Add a small handful of cooked rice vermicelli noodles on top of the lettuce. |
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Layer on a few slices of tofu, followed by cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, fresh mint leaves, cilantro leaves, and Thai basil leaves. You can also add avocado if desired. |
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Fold the sides of the rice paper over the filling, then roll up tightly from the bottom, similar to rolling a burrito. |
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Repeat with the remaining ingredients. |
