Ingredients: 1 package of rice paper wrappers 1 cup of shredded carrots 1 cup of […]
Ingredients:
- 1 package of rice paper wrappers
- 1 cup of shredded carrots
- 1 cup of thinly sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup of bean sprouts
- 1 cup of shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup of sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 cup of chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup of chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup of chopped fresh chives
- 1 cup of chopped fresh green onions
- 1 cup of chopped fresh spinach
- 1 cup of chopped fresh kale
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lettuce
- 1 cup of chopped fresh radishes
- 1 cup of chopped fresh watercress
- 1 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 1 cup of chopped fresh dill
- 1 cup of chopped fresh tarragon
- 1 cup of chopped fresh sage
- 1 cup of chopped fresh thyme
- 1 cup of chopped fresh oregano
- 1 cup of chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 cup of chopped fresh marjoram
- 1 cup of chopped fresh savory
- 1 cup of chopped fresh bay leaves
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon balm
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon verbena
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon thyme
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon grass
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon basil
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon mint
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon geranium
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon bergamot
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon catnip
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon hyssop
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon savory
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon verbena
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon thyme
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon grass
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon basil
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon mint
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon geranium
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon bergamot
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon catnip
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon hyssop
- 1 cup of chopped fresh lemon savory
Preparation:
First, prepare all the vegetables by washing them thoroughly and chopping them into thin, bite-sized pieces. Set them aside in separate bowls.
Next, fill a large bowl with warm water. Take one rice paper wrapper and dip it into the water for a few seconds until it becomes soft and pliable. Place it on a clean surface.
Now, it’s time to assemble the spring roll. Start by adding a small handful of shredded carrots onto the bottom third of the rice paper wrapper. Then, layer on a few slices of cucumber, bean sprouts, purple cabbage, and bell peppers.
Sprinkle a generous amount of each herb onto the vegetables. The combination of cilantro, mint, basil, chives, and green onions will add a burst of fresh flavor to your spring rolls.
Finally, add a handful of spinach, kale, lettuce, radishes, watercress, parsley, dill, tarragon, sage, thyme, oregano, rosemary, marjoram, savory, and bay leaves. These leafy greens will provide a nutritious boost to your spring rolls.
Roll up the bottom of the rice paper wrapper tightly over the vegetables, then fold in the sides. Continue rolling until you have a neat and compact spring roll. Repeat this process with the remaining rice paper wrappers and vegetables.
To make the plum sauce, combine 1 cup of plum jam with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar in a small bowl. Stir well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Serve the veggie spring rolls with the plum sauce on the side for dipping. The sweet and tangy flavor of the plum sauce complements the fresh and crunchy vegetables perfectly.
Advantages:
- Healthy and nutritious: Veggie spring rolls are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber from the assortment of fresh vegetables.
- Low in calories: These spring rolls are a great option for those watching their weight or trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Vegan and gluten-free: This recipe is suitable for individuals following a vegan or gluten-free diet.
- Customizable: Feel free to mix and match your favorite vegetables and herbs to create your own unique combination of flavors.
- Quick and easy: With minimal cooking involved, these spring rolls can be prepared in just a few minutes.
Disadvantages:
- Requires some preparation: Chopping and preparing all the vegetables can be time-consuming if you’re in a rush.
- Can be messy to eat: The rice paper wrappers can sometimes tear or become sticky, making it a bit messy to eat the spring rolls.
- May not be filling for everyone: While these spring rolls are nutritious, they may not provide enough satiety for those with larger appetites.
Who is this recipe intended for?
This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to incorporate more vegetables into their diet or trying to eat healthier. It is especially suitable for individuals following a vegan, gluten-free, or low-calorie diet. Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a refreshing snack, or a colorful appetizer to impress your guests, these veggie spring rolls with plum sauce are a delicious and nutritious choice.
