Summer Salad Rolls
By Sho @ Hungry for Thai
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Apr 2nd 2025 
These Summer Salad Rolls are fresh, light, and packed with crisp veggies! Made with rice paper wrappers, avocado, and a mix of colorful vegetables, they’re perfect for a healthy appetizer, snack, or light meal. Plus, you can customize them with smoked salmon or poached chicken for extra protein!
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Rice paper rolls are one of my favorite summer meals! They’re super easy to make since they don’t require an oven or stove.
Fresh Summer Rolls paired with Peanut Sauce make an amazing combination! Don’t worry about the sauce – I’ve got you covered.
Try this Easy Vietnamese Peanut Dipping Sauce, and you’re going to love it!
What You’ll Need
- Rice Paper Wrappers – The base that holds everything together.
- Avocado – Adds a creamy texture.
- Smoked Salmon - Adds a rich, savory flavor to summer rolls, making them feel more indulgent.
- Carrot & Cucumber – Crunchy and refreshing.
- Shredded Cabbage – For extra crunch.
- Rice Vermicelli Noodles – Light and chewy.
- Lettuce or Mixed Salad – A fresh, leafy layer.
Why You’ll Love This Summer Salad Rolls Recipe 🩷
✔️ Light & refreshing – Perfect for warm days.
✔️ Customizable – Swap in your favorite proteins.
✔️ Easy to make – Just chop, roll, and enjoy!
How to Make Summer Salad Rolls
- Slice the avocado, julienne the carrot and cucumber, and shred the cabbage. Cook the vermicelli noodles and drain.
- Dip a sheet in water for about 5 seconds and place it on a clean surface.
- Layer lettuce, carrot, cucumber, and cabbage at the bottom of the rice paper. Add avocado slices on top.
- Fold the bottom over the filling, then tuck in the sides and roll tightly.
- Pair with a Vietnamese peanut dipping sauce for a burst of flavor!
What to Serve With Summer Salad Rolls
Looking for the perfect sides to round out your meal? Here are some tasty ideas:
🥗 Starter: Thai Papaya Salad (Som Tam)
🥩 Main Course: Grilled Lemongrass Chicken
🍛 Side Dish: Thai Shrimp Fried Rice
Variations on Summer Rolls
The beauty of summer rolls is in their versatility!
While the classic version includes rice vermicelli, lettuce, shredded carrots, you can mix and match ingredients to suit your taste.
- Proteins: Try swapping pork or shrimp with smoked salmon, tofu, or poached chicken for a different flavor profile. For a lighter option, you can even go all-veggie!
- Herbs: Experiment with different herbs like Thai basil, cilantro, and mint for a burst of fresh flavor, or add a bit of dill for a unique twist.
- Vegetables: Add in avocado for extra creaminess, cucumber for extra crunch, or even bell peppers for a pop of color and sweetness.
- Noodles: If you’re looking for a change, try using glass noodles or sweet potato noodles instead of rice vermicelli for a fun twist!
These fresh summer rolls are the perfect light and healthy meal! Packed with crunchy veggies, creamy avocado, and soft vermicelli noodles, they’re wrapped in delicate rice paper and served with a flavorful peanut dipping sauce.
Whether you’re making them as an appetizer, snack, or meal, these Vietnamese-style fresh spring rolls are a must-try!
FAQs
🧐 What’s the difference between summer rolls and salad rolls?
While both are fresh and filled with veggies, the main difference lies in the ingredients and the style.
Summer rolls typically have a combination of fresh veggies, cold proteins (like shrimp, chicken, or tofu), and sometimes noodles, all wrapped in rice paper.
Salad rolls, on the other hand, are usually simpler and focus more on fresh, crisp vegetables without as many proteins or noodles.
🥬 What goes in a summer roll?
Summer rolls are made with a variety of fresh ingredients, including rice paper wrappers, crunchy vegetables (like cucumber, carrots, and cabbage), cold proteins (such as shrimp, smoked salmon, or tofu), herbs (like cilantro or mint), and vermicelli noodles.
The rolls are typically served with a tasty dipping sauce, such as peanut or nuoc cham.
🕰️ Can I make summer rolls the night before?
Yes, you can! To keep them fresh, store the rolls in an airtight container and place a damp paper towel over them to prevent drying out.
They should stay fresh overnight, making them great for meal prep or for parties!
The rolls are light, crisp, and refreshing, filled with fresh, crunchy vegetables, cold proteins, fresh herbs, and sometimes noodles. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal!
Let me know if you enjoy eating Summer Salad Rolls! ⬇️😊
Summer Salad Rolls
Prep time
10 minutes
Cook time
20 minutes
Serves
4
Ingredients
Steps
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How to Make the Best Summer Rolls:
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Slice the avocado, julienne the carrots and cucumber, and shred the cabbage.
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Cook and drain the vermicelli noodles.
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Dip a sheet in warm water for about 5 seconds, then lay it flat on a clean surface.
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Place lettuce first, then add carrot, cucumber, cabbage, and noodles at the bottom of the rice paper. Top with avocado slices or smoked salmon slices..
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Fold the bottom of the rice paper over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly.
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Enjoy with a rich eanut dipping sauce!p
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Tips
- Soften Rice Paper Just Right: Don’t leave the rice paper in the water for too long! Dip it for about 5 seconds until it’s soft but still slightly firm.
It will continue to soften once you start assembling. - Layer Ingredients Neatly: To avoid messy rolls, layer your fillings neatly in the center, leaving space at the edges for easy folding.
This ensures everything stays together when you roll. - Don’t Overfill: It’s tempting to add lots of fillings, but be careful not to overstuff.
You want to make sure you can roll them tightly without the ingredients spilling out. - Keep Rolls Moist: After rolling, keep the summer rolls covered with a damp paper towel and wrap them in plastic wrap if storing.
This prevents them from drying out.
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