Vegetarian Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce

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Light and refreshing Vietnamese rice paper rolls packed with crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and tofu, paired with a creamy, spicy peanut dipping sauce. This Vietnamese recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs rice paper wrappers, firm tofu, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 10 min Serves 6 Vietnamese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cook 4 oz dry rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions until tender, drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Step 2: Dip one rice paper wrapper into warm water for 5 seconds until pliable, then lay flat on a clean surface.
  3. Step 3: On the bottom third of the wrapper, layer a small handful of cooked noodles, 2 oz sliced tofu strips, 2 tbsp julienned carrots, 2 tbsp cucumber, 2 tbsp red bell pepper, and a few leaves each of mint, cilantro, and Thai basil.
  4. Step 4: Fold the sides inward, then roll tightly from bottom to top to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and fillings.
  5. Step 5: For the peanut dipping sauce, whisk together 1/3 cup peanut butter, 3 tbsp hoisin sauce, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp chili garlic sauce, and 1/4 cup warm water until smooth and creamy.
  6. Step 6: Serve the fresh spring rolls chilled or at room temperature alongside the peanut dipping sauce for dipping.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Vegetarian Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (30 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Vegetarian Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rice paper wrappers from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Vegetarian Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Vegetarian Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Vegetarian Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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