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Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut Dressing

A delightful and vibrant dish featuring rice noodles or quinoa, fresh vegetables, a choice of protein, and a creamy peanut dressing, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Asian, Vietnamese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz Rice noodles (or quinoa for a gluten-free option) Use according to package instructions.
  • 1 cup Protein (tofu, shrimp, or chicken) Cook until browned and cooked through.
  • 1 cup Bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange for sweetness) Thinly sliced.
  • 1 cup Shredded carrots Pre-prepared for convenience.
  • 2 cups Cabbage (green or purple for added color) Shredded.
  • 1 cup Cucumber (thinly sliced) Aim for uniform cuts.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh herbs (mint, cilantro) Chopped.
Peanut Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Natural peanut butter Or use almond/cashew butter.
  • 3 tbsp Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp Lime juice (or lemon juice for a tangy twist)
  • 1 tbsp Honey or maple syrup Maple syrup for vegan option.
  • 1 clove Garlic (minced)
  • 2-4 tbsp Water (to thin) Add until desired consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the Rice Noodles: Cook according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. Cook the Protein: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add your choice of protein and cook until browned and cooked through (5-7 minutes for tofu and shrimp).
  3. Chop the Vegetables: While the protein cooks, prepare all the fresh veggies. Aim for uniform cuts for a beautiful presentation.
  4. Make the Peanut Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and water until smooth.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the Bowl: Start with a base of noodles, layer on the protein, and top with all the fresh veggies. Drizzle with the creamy peanut dressing.

Notes

Customize by adding extra veggies or choosing different proteins. For meal prep, store components separately in airtight containers.