Description
Easter Spring Rolls with Shrimp are a delightful appetizer that captures the essence of spring with every bite. These crunchy rolls are filled with juicy shrimp, vibrant veggies, and fragrant herbs, then paired with a creamy dipping sauce. Perfect for Easter brunch or any gathering, they offer a burst of fresh flavors that will impress your guests. Easy to make and visually stunning, these spring rolls are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 rice paper wrappers
- 1/2 cup carrots (julienned)
- 1/2 cup cucumbers (julienned)
- 1/2 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Water to adjust consistency
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: chop vegetables into thin strips and rinse shrimp.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook shrimp in olive oil until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes). Season lightly with salt.
- Soak rice paper wrappers in warm water for about 10 seconds until softened.
- Lay each wrapper flat on a clean surface and add shrimp, veggies, and herbs in the center.
- Fold sides over filling tightly, then roll from bottom to top.
- In a bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and water to create the dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 spring roll (50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute shrimp with tofu or grilled vegetables. Experiment with different dipping sauces such as sweet chili or hoisin for variety.