How to Make the Perfect Vegan Spring Rolls
Vietnamese · Medium · 30 min · 8 servings
These fresh and vibrant vegan spring rolls are packed with crunchy vegetables, silky rice noodles, and fresh herbs wrapped in delicate rice paper. This colorful vegan recipe is served with a savory peanut dipping sauce and requires absolutely no cooking at all.
Why this recipe works
This Vegan Spring Rolls recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 30 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 160 calories with 5g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 8 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 8 sheets rice paper wrappers
- 2 ounces rice vermicelli noodles cooked
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup julienned cucumber
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare all fillings
Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions, then rinse under cold water and drain. Prep all the vegetables by julienning the cucumber, shredding the carrots and cabbage, and washing the fresh mint leaves.
Step 2: Make the peanut dipping sauce
Whisk together the peanut butter and soy sauce in a small bowl. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of warm water and stir until a smooth and pourable dipping sauce forms. Set aside for serving.
Step 3: Soften the rice paper
Fill a wide shallow bowl or baking dish with warm water. Submerge one rice paper wrapper for about 10 to 15 seconds until it becomes just pliable and soft but not overly limp.
Step 4: Fill and roll
Lay the softened rice paper on a flat clean surface. Place a small portion of noodles, cabbage, cucumber, carrots, and fresh mint in the center. Fold the sides in and roll tightly from the bottom upward. Repeat with remaining wrappers and serve with the peanut dipping sauce.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- peanut butter → sunflower seed butter for a peanut-free dipping sauce alternative
- rice vermicelli noodles → shredded lettuce for a lighter and grain-free filling option
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Soaking the rice paper too long which makes it stick to everything and tear when rolling
- Overfilling the spring rolls which makes them impossible to roll tightly and causes them to burst open
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 160 calories, 5g protein, 28g carbs, 4g fat, 2g fiber.
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