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Vegetable Spring Rolls

Vegetable spring rolls are a vibrant, fresh appetizer featuring crisp julienned vegetables, chewy bean thread noodles, and fragrant herbs wrapped in delicate rice paper. The dish highlights contrasting textures—crisp, chewy, and tender—and results in translucent, colorful rolls perfect for dipping. They are quick to assemble, customizable, and showcase the natural crunch and freshness of the ingredients.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium carrots julienned
  • 1 medium cucumber seedless or de-seeded, julienned
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 oz bean thread noodles soaked until tender
  • 8 pieces rice paper delicate and thin
  • Optional shrimp or tofu thinly sliced, cooked if using shrimp
  • For serving dipping sauce hoisin, peanut, or soy-based

Equipment

  • Large shallow dish
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Damp towel
  • Small bowl
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Prepare all your fillings: julienne carrots and cucumber, chop fresh herbs, and soak the bean thread noodles until tender, then drain well.
  2. Fill a large shallow dish with warm water, about 40°C / 104°F. Submerge one rice paper at a time for 10-15 seconds until it becomes soft and pliable, then gently lift it out and lay it flat on your damp towel.
  3. Place the softened rice paper on your workspace, keeping it moist with the damp towel nearby. Spread a small handful of the vegetable mixture about one-third from the bottom of the wrapper, leaving a 2 cm border on each side.
  4. Add a few strands of soaked noodles and optional protein slices on top of the vegetables, then fold the sides inward over the filling.
  5. Gently roll the rice paper upward from the bottom, keeping the fillings snug but not squished, until the seam is sealed and the roll is firm.
  6. Transfer the completed spring roll to a serving platter, cover with a damp towel, and repeat the process with remaining rice papers and fillings.
  7. Let the assembled rolls rest for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the rice paper to settle.
  8. Serve the spring rolls with your favorite dipping sauce on the side, and enjoy immediately for the best crunch and freshness.