Avocado & Veggie Spring Rolls [v.]

First off, please forgive this crappy pic. When I cut one open, it just did not look as photogenic as I wished it would. So I stuck with this! Second, these really surprised me. I wasn’t sure how good they would be (I’ve never made spring rolls before), but they were delicious. My brother really loved them – and he can be picky, so I always feel accomplished when he goes back for thirds and fourths!!

Recipe

Oven: 400 F
Bake Time: 30 minutes
Makes: 8-10 spring rolls

You will need:

• 1 cups shredded cabbage
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped bok choy
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1/2 vidalia onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup sesame oil
• 3 tbs rice vinegar
• 3 tbs soy sauce (more or less, your preference)
• A dash of chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and red pepper flakes
• 1 avocado, sliced thin
• Vegan spring roll wraps (I found some in the Asian aisle at Stop & Shop)

To make:

• Add all your prepped veggies to a pan with your sesame oil. Sauté away over medium heat, until cooked and tender.
• Add your rice vinegar, soy sauce, and seasonings. Take off heat and set aside.
• Spring roll wrapping can be a little tedious, but I promise you get the hang of it quickly. Take a spring roll and place in a large bowl of room temp water for about 10-15 seconds (until pliable). Place on a damped towel, add your veggies, layer some avocado, fold up side, and roll up. They should have instructions on the package, too!
• Add your rolls to a lined baking sheet, greased with cooking spray.
• Bake spring rolls for 15 minutes, then turn over, then another 15. If you want them really crispy, you may need more time. Use your best judgement, of course.

Yum! I didn’t make a dipping sauce because these were really flavorful as is. I will definitely be experimenting and making again. Have you ever made spring rolls? xx bianca