Rice paper rolls look intimidating until you actually try making them, and then they become one of your go-to no-cook meals. Smoked salmon's omega-3s support your gut lining, avocado adds prebiotic fiber and healthy fat, and the whole thing gets dipped into a simple soy-lime sauce. No stove required.
Ingredients
- 8 rice paper wrappers
- 150g smoked salmon
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber, cut into matchsticks
- 1/2 cup fresh mint and coriander leaves
- 1 cup cooked vermicelli noodles (optional)
- Dipping sauce: 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp chili flakes
Instructions
- Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper for 10-15 seconds until pliable. Lay flat on a clean surface.
- Arrange a small amount of salmon, avocado, carrots, cucumber, herbs, and noodles in the center of the lower third.
- Fold the sides in, then roll tightly from the bottom up, like a burrito. Repeat with remaining wrappers.
- Whisk dipping sauce ingredients together. Serve rolls with the dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts (per serving, 4 rolls)
| Calories | 340 |
| Total fat | 14g |
| Total carbohydrates | 36g |
| Dietary fiber | 7g |
| Protein | 18g |
| Sodium | 780mg |
Why This Is Good for Your Gut
Smoked salmon's omega-3 fatty acids reduce gut inflammation and support gut barrier integrity. Avocado provides prebiotic fiber and monounsaturated fats. Carrots contribute pectin, a soluble prebiotic fiber. Fresh herbs add polyphenols that support beneficial bacteria.
Don't over-soak the rice paper. A quick 10-second dip is enough, it keeps softening even after you pull it out.
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.