Vegetarian Rice Paper Rolls with Peanut Sauce 

These fresh, vibrant rice paper rolls are a stunning, healthy option—wrapped in delicate rice paper and packed with crisp veggies, leafy greens, and flavorful herbs. Perfect as a light lunch or snack, they’re paired with a creamy homemade peanut dipping sauce that brings richness and a hint of sweet-savory flair. They’re vegan, gluten-free, and customizable—quick to assemble and endlessly adaptable. Perfect for easy entertaining or any time you crave a refreshing, nutritious bite. 

Ingredients

• Rice paper wrappers
  
  

• Assorted fresh vegetables (e.g. shredded carrots, cucumber sticks, bell pepper strips, cabbage)
  
  

• Fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, basil)
  
  

• Optional: tofu or other protein (as in tofu version)
  
  

• Peanut Dipping Sauce (quick and creamy; ingredients not detailed at this URL but typically include peanut butter, soy or maple syrup, lime juice, water, and spices) 

Directions

1. Soak each rice paper wrapper in warm or room-temperature water until soft and pliable.
   
   

2. Lay softened wrapper flat and layer on vegetables and herbs (and optional tofu, if using).
   
   

3. Roll tightly, folding in the sides to secure the ingredients lightly.
   
   

4. Serve with the peanut dipping sauce on the side for dipping.
   
   

Nutrients (estimated per roll; recipe presumably yields ~8 rolls)

• Calories: 200 kcal 

• Total Fat: 6 g (includes healthy fats from peanut sauce)
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 1 g
  
  

• Trans Fat: 0 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 0 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 200 mg** (depends on peanut sauce and soy)
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 25 g
  
  

• Fiber: 3 g
  
  

• Sugar: 5 g
  
  

• Protein: 4 g
  
  

Alternatively, the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine lists a plainer version (vegetables only, no sauce) at:

• Calories: 84 kcal
  
  

• Fat: 0.5 g
  
  

• Protein: 2 g
  
  

• Carbs: 19 g
  
  

• Fiber: 3 g
  
  

• Sodium: 104 mg