These Fresh Vegan Spring Rolls are a delightful and healthy appetizer or snack. Perfect for parties or as a light meal, these spring rolls are sure to please vegans and non-vegans alike.

OVERVIEW

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 4 servings (8 spring rolls)
• Calories: Approximately 100 kcal per roll (without dipping sauce)

INGREDIENTS

For the Spring Rolls:

• 8 rice paper wrappers
• 1 cup cooked vermicelli rice noodles
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 cucumber, julienned
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped (optional)

For the Dipping Sauce:

• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon sriracha sauce (optional, for heat)
• Water (to thin out the sauce)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare Ingredients:
   • Cook vermicelli rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
   • Prepare all the vegetables and herbs as described in the ingredients list.
2. Prepare Dipping Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and sriracha sauce (if using). Add water gradually to achieve desired consistency. Set aside.
3. Assemble the Spring Rolls:
   • Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for a few seconds until it becomes pliable.
   • Place the softened rice paper on a clean, damp kitchen towel.
   • Place a small amount of vermicelli noodles, lettuce, cucumber, carrot, bell pepper, mint leaves, and cilantro leaves in the center of the wrapper.
   • Fold the sides of the wrapper over the filling, then tightly roll up the wrapper from the bottom to form a spring roll.
   • Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
4. Serve:
   • Arrange the fresh vegan spring rolls on a serving platter.
   • Sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts on top if desired.
   • Serve with the prepared dipping sauce on the side.
5. Enjoy:
   • Dip the spring rolls into the sauce and enjoy the burst of flavors and textures with each bite!

Notes:

• You can customize the filling with your favorite vegetables and herbs such as avocado, bean sprouts, or basil.
• Make sure not to overfill the rice paper wrappers to make rolling easier.
• These fresh vegan spring rolls are best enjoyed immediately but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few hours. Place a damp paper towel over them to prevent drying out.