How do I make this vegetarian?

Replace the fish sauce with soy sauce or tamari for the dressing.

What protein works best?

Sautéed shrimp, baked tofu, or shredded chicken all work wonderfully.

Can I make this ahead?

Prep veggies and sauce ahead, but toss noodles with dressing just before serving to prevent sogginess.

Spring Roll Bowls with Sweet Garlic Lime Sauce

Name: Spring Roll Bowls with Sweet Garlic Lime Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 0.25 cup brown sugar; 0.25 cup fish sauce; 0.33 cup lime juice; 0.33 cup vegetable oil; 7 oz rice noodles; 2 whole carrots; 1 whole red bell pepper; 1 whole cucumber; 0.25 cup fresh basil; 0.25 cup fresh mint; 0.25 cup fresh cilantro; 1 whole serrano pepper; 2 whole avocados; 0.5 cup peanuts

A fresh, colorful spring roll bowl with rice noodles, crunchy vegetables, herbs, and a sweet garlic lime dressing — no wrapping required.

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

30 min

Total Time

45 min

Servings

Calories

420/serving

Difficulty

Easy

by Replay RecipesSoutheast Asian Cuisine

Dairy-FreeGluten-FreeAsianDinner

Nutrition Per Serving

420Calories

8gProtein

48gCarbs

24gFat

7gFiber

14gSugar

Ingredients

3 cloves garlic
2 tbsp rice vinegar
0.25 cup brown sugar
0.25 cup fish sauce
0.33 cup lime juice
0.33 cup vegetable oil
7 oz rice noodles
2 whole carrots
1 whole red bell pepper
1 whole cucumber
0.25 cup fresh basil
0.25 cup fresh mint
0.25 cup fresh cilantro
1 whole serrano pepper
2 whole avocados
0.5 cup peanuts

Servings

4 servings

Ingredients

Sweet Garlic Lime Sauce

Bowl Assembly

Sweet Garlic Lime Sauce

Blend the sauce

Combine all sauce ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse until smooth. Taste and adjust lime juice or sweetness as needed. Set aside.

Bowl Assembly

Prepare the noodles

Soak the rice noodles in cold water for 30 minutes until they soften. Bring a pot of water to a boil, transfer the noodles to the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes, then drain immediately and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.

30 min

Prep the vegetables and herbs

Peel and julienne the carrots. Slice the bell pepper into thin strips. Slice the cucumber into thin half-moons. Mince the basil, mint, and cilantro. Slice the serrano pepper thinly.

Assemble the bowls

Divide the noodles among serving bowls. Top with the prepared vegetables, sliced avocado, and chopped peanuts. Drizzle generously with the sweet garlic lime sauce and toss to combine. Add cooked protein if desired.

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Tips & Variations

Soak noodles in cold water first — this prevents them from becoming gummy when boiled
Use a mix of all three herbs for the most authentic spring roll flavor

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make this vegetarian?: Replace the fish sauce with soy sauce or tamari for the dressing.
What protein works best?: Sautéed shrimp, baked tofu, or shredded chicken all work wonderfully.
Can I make this ahead?: Prep veggies and sauce ahead, but toss noodles with dressing just before serving to prevent sogginess.

Recipe inspired by the original at pinchofyum.com. Ingredients and factual cooking data extracted; instructions independently written.

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