Vietnamese Summer Rolls with Chicken
Fresh, vibrant Vietnamese summer rolls filled with chicken, rice noodles, and fresh herbs, perfect for warm gatherings and healthy meals.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Ingredients
- Rice paper wrappers
- Cooked chicken breast, sliced
- Rice noodles
- Fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, basil)
- Lettuce leaves (butter or romaine)
- Julienned vegetables (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers)
- Dipping sauce (hoisin or peanut sauce)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Slice chicken, julienne carrots and cucumbers, and tear herbs.
- Soak the rice paper: Dip in warm water for 10-15 seconds until softened.
- Layer your fillings: Place on a cutting board and add lettuce, noodles, chicken, veggies, and herbs.
- Roll it up: Fold sides and roll tightly from the bottom.
- Repeat: Continue until all ingredients are used, ensuring surfaces are damp.
- Serve the rolls: Cut in half diagonally and arrange on a platter.
- Dipping time: Serve with hoisin or peanut sauce and enjoy!
Notes
These rolls are best enjoyed fresh with a variety of dipping sauces. Feel free to experiment with different fillings and herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Vietnamese summer rolls, fresh rolls, healthy appetizers, chicken summer rolls