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Best Easy Vietnamese Style Chinese Spring Roll Recipe

Name: Best Easy Vietnamese Style Chinese Spring Roll Recipe
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 120 g
Ingredients: rice paper wrappers 8 pieces; carrot 1 medium; cucumber 1 small; red bell pepper 0.5 medium; bean sprouts 1 cup; lettuce leaves 4 pieces; fresh mint leaves 0.25 cup; fresh cilantro 0.25 cup; soy sauce 2 tbsp; rice vinegar 1 tbsp; sesame oil 1 tsp; sugar 0.5 tsp; salt 0.25 tsp

Fresh Vietnamese-style Chinese spring rolls with rice paper and vegetables are a light, healthy appetizer. A vegetarian-friendly, family dish with fresh, clean flavors.

Cook 30 min Difficulty EASY 160 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

rice paper wrappers 8 pieces
carrot 1 medium
cucumber 1 small
red bell pepper 0.5 medium
bean sprouts 1 cup
lettuce leaves 4 pieces
fresh mint leaves 0.25 cup
fresh cilantro 0.25 cup

Seasonings/Sauce

soy sauce 2 tbsp
rice vinegar 1 tbsp
sesame oil 1 tsp
sugar 0.5 tsp
salt 0.25 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 29 g 72%

Protein 4 g 10%

Fat 3 g 18%

Serving size 120g

Cooking steps

1

Wash and prep all vegetables: Julienne the carrot, cucumber, and red bell pepper into thin strips for even texture.
2

Tear lettuce leaves into halves to fit rice paper, and keep fresh mint and cilantro leaves whole for aromatic bursts.
3

Fill a large shallow dish with warm water; dip each rice paper wrapper for 5–7 seconds, just until softened but not overly limp.
4

On a clean surface, layer lettuce, carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, bean sprouts, mint, and cilantro for each roll, being careful not to overfill.
5

Roll up tightly by folding the bottom over the filling, then folding in both sides and rolling to seal; repeat with remaining wrappers.
6

For dipping sauce, whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and salt until well combined and sugar dissolves.
7

Serve spring rolls immediately with the prepared sauce to enjoy the freshest flavor and best texture.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

Rice paper wrappers define the structure and identity of these Vietnamese-style spring rolls, giving them their signature texture and making them the vessel for the fresh, crisp vegetables inside.

Q. How do I prevent the rice paper from tearing or becoming soggy?

Soak the rice paper wrappers in warm water for only 5–7 seconds—just until pliable, not overly soft. Over-soaking causes wrappers to be fragile and hard to handle, so gentle timing here is key.

Q. What gives these spring rolls their distinct fresh flavor?

A vibrant mix of fresh herbs—mint and cilantro—combined with crisp vegetables like cucumber, carrot, and bell pepper, provides clean, refreshing flavors that are central to the dish's appeal.

Q. How many calories are in each serving, and what is the macronutrient breakdown?

Each serving is about 120 grams and contains 160 kcal, with approximately 29g carbs (72%), 4g protein (10%), and 3g fat (18%).

Q. What's the best way to keep the spring roll texture crisp until serving?

Prepare and roll just before serving, and keep the assembled rolls covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out. This ensures the vegetables remain crisp and the wrappers supple but not sticky.

Best Easy Vietnamese Style Chinese Spring Roll Recipe

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