Salad Rolls with Peanut Sauce
You know it’s spring when the sun is shining and all you want for lunch is a fresh, herby, crunchy salad roll.
Salad rolls are my go to when I’m hosting a large group because all it requires is some chopping and prep. Then I teach everyone how to roll their own and it’s a fun, creative way to get what you want and feel like you’ve learned a new skill. Hint: it’s just like rolling a stretchy burrito.
It’s also the most requested because it’s so fresh with all the different herbs and veggies. It’s surprisingly filling with the shrimp, tofu and rice noodles and the peanut dipping sauce has all the healthy fats to keep you full for hours.
Enjoy to all you foodies out there!
Servings: 4 (makes ~8 rolls)
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes (for tofu)
Total Time: 30–35 minutes
🌿 Ingredients
For the Rolls
8 rice paper wrappers
7–8 oz firm tofu, sliced into strips (~1/2-inch thick)
1 tsp avocado oil or olive oil (for cooking tofu)
1 medium carrot, julienned
1/2 red bell pepper, julienned
1/2 cucumber, julienned
1/2 avocado, thinly sliced (optional)
1 cup shredded napa cabbage or lettuce
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
Optional: small handful rice vermicelli noodles, cooked and cooled
For the Peanut Dipping Sauce (for extra to save)
1 cup natural peanut butter
1/4 hoisin
2-4 tbsp warm water (to thin to desired consistency)
🍳 Instructions
Cook the Tofu
Pat tofu dry and pan-sear in a little oil over medium heat until golden on all sides (about 5–7 minutes). Let cool slightly.
Prep the Veggies and Herbs
Wash and cut all veggies and herbs. Cook and cool noodles if using.
Soften the Wrappers
Dip each rice paper wrapper in warm water for 5–7 seconds and place on a damp surface.
Assemble the Rolls
On the lower third of each wrapper, layer cabbage, herbs, veggies, tofu, and avocado. Add noodles if using.
Fold in sides and roll tightly like a burrito. Repeat.
Make the Sauce
Whisk all sauce ingredients until smooth. Adjust with lime or water to taste.
Serve
Cut rolls in half and serve with the dipping sauce. Best enjoyed fresh.
✅ Nutrient Profile per Serving (2 rolls + dipping sauce)
Calories: 290 kcal
Protein: 12 g (24% DV)
Total Fat: 15 g (19% DV)
Saturated Fat: 2.5 g (13% DV)
Carbohydrates: 25 g (9% DV)
Dietary Fiber: 4.5 g (16% DV)
Total Sugars: 4 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 380 mg (17% DV)
Potassium: 550 mg (12% DV)
Vitamin C: 35 mg (39% DV)
Vitamin A: 2,200 IU (44% DV)
Iron: 2.5 mg (14% DV)
Calcium: 90 mg (7% DV)
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
