Fresh Vegan Spring Roll
Fresh Vegan Spring Roll is a 30-minute recipe with crispy tofu, fresh vegetables, and a sweet and spicy dipping sauce. Delectable, crispy, and flavorful.
Servings: 8
Calories: 123kcal
Ingredients
- 1 package tofu (firm or extra firm)
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 8 rice paper/spring roll wraps
- 1 ½ cup spinach
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 1 cucumber, cut into small sticks
- 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
- 4 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- ½ tablespoon Sriracha
- ½ juice of a lemon
Instructions
- Prepare the tofu by wrapping in a towel and gently press out the excess liquid. Cut the block of tofu in half, lengthwise, and then into strips.
- In a medium-size container with a lid, prepare the marinade by whisking together the soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Add the tofu, cover with the lid, and shake to cover. Allow the tofu to sit for 5 minutes.
- Using a large non-stick skillet, spray with cooking spray, and add the tofu strips. Allow the tofu to cook on medium-high heat for 4 minutes on one side and then flip and cook an addition 2 minutes on the other side.
- Prepare the rice paper wraps according to package instructions.
- Add the cooked tofu, spinach, cabbage, cucumber, and carrots to the rice paper wrap, careful not to overfill or the rice paper wraps will tear. Wrap like a burrito while still damp.
- Prepare the dipping sauce in a small bowl by stirring together the hoisin sauce, sriracha, and lemon juice. Serve immediately and store any leftovers in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Notes
- Prepare vegetables by cleaning and cutting before beginning the recipe to speed up the process.
- Spring roll/rice paper wrappers can be found in most grocery stores, Asian markets, and Amazon.
- Dip one rice paper wrapper at a time in the water for 15 to 20 seconds, followed by filling with ingredients and rolling immediately.
- Try not to overfill the rice paper wrapper with ingredients to prevent tearing.
- Cut spring rolls in half using a sharp wet knife for easy cutting.
Nutrition
Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 709mg | Potassium: 261mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2015IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg
