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    Home » Recipes » Asian-Inspired

    Spring Roll Bowl with Peanut Sauce

    Jan 20, 2022 by Kaitlin

    This vegan Spring Roll in a Bowl recipe is so fresh, healthy, and full of flavor. It combines all the deliciousness of spring rolls... but in easy-to-assemble bowls instead! Then it's topped with a luscious peanut sauce. (Gluten-free, oil-free.)

    Vegan spring roll in a bowl with rice noodles and peanut sauce

    This vegan "Spring Roll in a Bowl" recipe is like a deconstructed fresh spring roll.

    It has all the flavor + freshness, but without the fuss of rolling up any wrappers. Instead, we simply grab a bowl for easier assembly!

    We will combine thin rice noodles and colorful, raw, fresh vegetables.

    Then top it with an easy Peanut Sauce which is one of my very favorite sauces.

    (I'll admit, this recipe is basically just a vehicle to bring more peanut sauce deliciousness into my life.)

    Rice noodles and raw sliced ingredients set out on a white table

    Ingredients for Spring Roll Bowl

    For the noodle + vegetable base portion, you will combine:

    • Thin rice noodles: I use Thai Kitchen brand gluten-free thin rice noodles. (I find these in a red box in the Asian food aisle.) But you can use another cooked thin noodle such as vermicelli or angel hair pasta if desired.
    • Carrot: I thinly slice my own, but for quicker prep, you can also purchase pre-sliced thin matchstick carrots which are a great time-saver.
    • Cucumber: Either English/hothouse cucumbers or garden cucumbers will work. I prefer English cucumbers and leave the peel on since it is thin.
    • Red cabbage: Also known as purple cabbage, this adds great color to the dish. Plus it is rich in nutrients, antioxidants, and sulforaphane (which studies show is linked to cancer-fighting properties and heart-healthy benefits).
    • Green onions (scallions)
    • Fresh cilantro: Or substitute another herb like fresh basil or fresh mint. (Or a combination or herbs.)
    Small glass jar filled with creamy Thai Peanut Sauce

    Ingredients for Peanut Sauce

    For the creamy peanut sauce you will whisk together in a small bowl:

    • Peanut butter: I use creamy and natural peanut butter. (If peanuts are an issue, I'm guessing you could substitute it with a different nut butter or seed butter, but I have not tested this.)
    • Maple syrup or brown sugar: Most often I use pure maple syrup for a refined sugar-free option. But either sweetener works great depending on what you have on hand.
    • Tamari: Or substitute soy sauce or coconut aminos. I use tamari for gluten-free.
    • Fresh lemon juice or lime juice
    • Garlic cloves
    • Fresh ginger
    • Hot water: This is to thin the sauce to your desired consistency.
    Vegan spring roll in a bowl with peanut sauce on the side

    Customizing

    Feel free to personalize your bowl just the way you like it. A few suggestions include:

    Make it spicy: Add red pepper flakes, thinly sliced jalapeno, sriracha, or other hot sauce to taste.

    Vegetables: Change it up with your own favorite veggies or whatever is available. Other possibilities could include red bell pepper, sugar snap peas, green cabbage, mixed greens, etc.

    Protein: For even more protein, add edamame, tofu (we like this Easy Baked Tofu), tempeh, nuts, etc.

    Garnish: Top your bowl with chopped peanuts, mung bean sprouts, sesame seeds, or fresh herbs (such as cilantro, basil, or mint).

    Storing

    I store any leftover rice noodles, vegetables, and peanut sauce all in separate containers in the refrigerator.

    Then reheat the noodles in the microwave, and add cold veggies and peanut sauce on top. (Be aware rice noodles become a bit sticky after they sit for a while.)

    Note: This dish can be enjoyed warm, room temperature, or cold - it's all up to personal preference.

    White bowl with rice noodles and fresh vegetables, topped with a peanut sauce

    For more inspiration, also browse all oil-free vegan recipes or easy vegan dinner recipes.

    Vegan spring roll in a bowl with rice noodles and peanut sauce

    Spring Roll Bowl with Peanut Sauce

    All the deliciousness of spring rolls... but in easy-to-assemble bowls instead! So fresh, healthy, and topped with a luscious peanut sauce.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer
    Course: Main Dish
    Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan
    Servings: 5 medium bowls

    Ingredients

    • 8 oz. thin rice noodles* (or vermicelli, angel hair, etc.)
    • 1 large carrot (or 2 small)
    • 1 small cucumber (or 1/2 large)
    • 2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced (about 1/4 medium head)
    • 3 green onions
    • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro (and/or fresh basil)
    • Optional toppings: Chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, mung bean sprouts, fresh mint, sriracha, etc.

    For the peanut sauce:

    • 1/2 cup peanut butter (I use creamy, natural)
    • 2 Tbsp. brown sugar or maple syrup (more/less to taste)
    • 1 1/2 Tbsp. tamari (or soy sauce)
    • 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon or lime juice
    • 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tsp. fresh grated ginger (more/less to taste)
    • Hot water to thin to desired consistency

    Instructions

    • Prepare the vegetables: Very thinly slice carrot, cucumber, cabbage, and green onions. Roughly chop cilantro, large stems removed. Set aside.
    • Cook noodles: Cook your rice noodles according to package directions, leaving al dente (slightly firm, not mushy). Drain when finished.
    • Make the peanut sauce: While noodles are cooking, make the sauce. In a medium bowl, add all sauce ingredients (except water). Then heat 3/4 cup water to just under boiling. Add water to bowl a couple tablespoons at a time, slowly whisking and working the mixture together. Continue adding water until sauce reaches desired consistency. (I usually add about 1/2 cup water.)
    • Assemble your bowl: Add cooked noodles, sliced veggies, and then drizzle with peanut sauce. Garnish with any optional toppings. (I like peanuts and sesame seeds.)

    Notes

    *Noodles: I use "Thai Kitchen" brand thin rice noodles. (These come in an 8.8 oz. red box found in the Asian food aisle.)
    More protein: Add edamame, tofu, tempeh, nuts, etc. if desired.
    For gluten-free: Use GF noodles and tamari.
    Leftovers: I store the noodles, vegetables, and sauce all in separate containers in the fridge. Then reheat the noodles in the microwave, and add the cold veggies + sauce on top.

    Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

    Nutrition Facts
    Spring Roll Bowl with Peanut Sauce
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    364
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    13
    g
    20
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    3
    g
    19
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    4
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    6
    g
    Potassium
     
    449
    mg
    13
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    53
    g
    18
    %
    Fiber
     
    4
    g
    17
    %
    Sugar
     
    9
    g
    10
    %
    Protein
     
    10
    g
    20
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    2623
    IU
    52
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    27
    mg
    33
    %
    Calcium
     
    63
    mg
    6
    %
    Iron
     
    2
    mg
    11
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Did you make this recipe?Leave a star rating or comment below!

    If you are enjoying this vegan Spring Roll in a Bowl with peanut sauce recipe, also check out:

    • Teriyaki Noodles with Vegetables
    • Asian-Style Garlic Green Beans
    • Teriyaki Broccoli and Carrots

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    1. Toni Oros

      January 26, 2023 at 5:19 am

      Do you email, or have an email list on your recipes?

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      • Kaitlin

        January 26, 2023 at 7:27 am

        Hello, Toni! I do! You can sign up for my newsletter here. (My emails go out about once a month through the Substack platform.) Thanks for your interest and take good care!

        Reply
    2. Catherine

      January 18, 2023 at 7:23 pm

      5 stars
      This was awesome and simple to make. I added edamame, avocado, and shrimp. The peanut sauce was great!! Thank you.

      Reply
      • Kaitlin

        January 19, 2023 at 9:43 am

        Fantastic to hear you enjoyed it, Catherine! Thanks for giving it a try and sharing your very kind feedback!

        Reply
    3. Deanna

      August 30, 2022 at 8:48 pm

      5 stars
      Easy enough for kids to make (my 11 yo made the whole dish, start to finish, with me only helping with the boiling water), delicious enough that they want to make it again. Win-win!

      Reply
      • Kaitlin

        August 31, 2022 at 8:59 am

        Hi Deanna! That's amazing to hear your 11 year old made this - I love that! And thrilled you all enjoyed this recipe. Thanks for sharing your very sweet comment, and big props to your kitchen helper! Wishing you all a wonderful rest of the week. -Kaitlin

        Reply
        • Deanna

          August 31, 2022 at 9:05 am

          Thank you! We just found your site and are so excited to try more of your recipes! We've been WFPB (no oil) for almost two years now, and three of my children have celiac disease, and we've found it SO HARD to find simple, colorful, flavorful recipes that my children can both enjoy and make themselves (since it's of paramount importance to us to teach them how to feed themselves well and keep themselves safe, in light of the celiac disease). So far, everything we've made from you has been a huge hit!

          Reply
          • Kaitlin

            September 01, 2022 at 9:31 am

            That's so wonderful. A few other resources I love are the Campbell family (Kim Campbell has some great simple cookbooks) and the Esselstyn family. Both families focus on WFPB no oil recipes (though not all are gluten-free). Jane and Ann Esselstyn just published a new cookbook called "Be a Plant-Based Woman Warrior" but I haven't had a chance to check it out yet. It's getting great reviews however. So fantastic you're including your children in food prep and giving them the tools & knowledge for kitchen independence! Hope you continue to enjoy any other recipes you try here!

    4. Jen

      May 10, 2022 at 8:50 pm

      5 stars
      I made this for the first time tonight, and it was delicious! I added the optional edamame.

      Reply
      • Kaitlin

        May 11, 2022 at 6:43 am

        Awesome, Jen! Thanks for giving it a try and sharing your very kind feedback. So glad you enjoyed it with the edamame added!

        Reply
    5. Keitha cain

      March 18, 2022 at 12:03 pm

      5 stars
      So good. I change up the veggies depending on what I have on hand, but the sauce and noodles are what makes the dish so great. Thanks for another great recipe.

      Reply
      • Kaitlin

        March 22, 2022 at 4:45 pm

        Hello! That's so wonderful to hear. Thanks for giving it a try and sharing your kind feedback!

        Reply
    6. Elena

      January 28, 2022 at 9:40 am

      5 stars
      So good and fresh!! Topped ours with lots of peanuts. The sauce was a huge hit.

      Reply
      • Kaitlin

        January 28, 2022 at 10:17 am

        Great to hear!

        Reply

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