Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of traditional spring rolls with this deconstructed Spring Roll in a Bowl with Peanut Sauce. This easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Instead of wrapping ingredients in rice paper, you’ll enjoy a colorful mix of fresh veggies, flavorful noodles, and creamy peanut sauce all in one bowl. With customization options to suit your taste, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious—ideal for anyone looking to whip up a quick yet delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vermicelli rice noodles, dry
- 1 carrot, peeled and shredded
- 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 stalks green onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- ½ lb cooked shrimp (or chicken or turkey)
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1 Tbsp ginger root, finely grated
- 2 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
- 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp honey
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare your veggies: Shred the carrot, chop the cabbage, cucumber, and bell pepper into thin strips, and finely chop the green onion, mint, and cilantro.
- Cook the noodles: Boil water in a pot, add vermicelli noodles, and cook according to package instructions. Drain well.
- Make the peanut sauce: In a bowl or blender, combine peanut butter, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and red pepper flakes. Whisk or blend until smooth.
- Combine everything: In a large mixing bowl, add cooked noodles and shredded vegetables. Fold in shrimp (or alternative protein). Pour peanut sauce over the top and mix until well combined.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 108mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute shrimp with chicken or turkey for different protein options. For a vegetarian version, use tofu instead of shrimp. Chill the assembled bowl for 10–15 minutes before serving for an extra refreshing taste.