Salmon Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce

This salmon spring rolls with peanut sauce recipe is the perfect summer dish. It is incredibly refreshing, light, and fresh enough to enjoy on a warm sunny day or pack up and take along on a picnic. Made with wholesome ingredients, every single roll is packed with crisp veggies, lean protein, and satisfying carbs all wrapped up together in one beautiful, delicate rice paper roll. Pair it all with a creamy, savory homemade peanut sauce that gives it so much flavor. If you are craving something quick and easy to make, naturally healthy, and absolutely delicious, these salmon spring rolls with peanut sauce are exactly the recipe you have been looking for.

Why You Will Love This Salmon Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce Recipe

• Ready in just 30 minutes: These fresh salmon spring rolls come together incredibly fast with zero cooking required: just prep your ingredients, roll them up, and dinner is served.

• Packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients: Every single roll is loaded with salmon, crisp cucumber, and springy vermicelli noodles.

• Naturally gluten-free & dairy-free: Whether you’re eating gluten-free, dairy-free, or just trying to eat a little cleaner, these salmon rice paper rolls have got you completely covered without sacrificing a single bit of flavor.

• Endlessly customizable: Swap the salmon for smoked salmon or cooked shrimp, add mango for a tropical twist, toss in some jalapeño for a little heat, or load up on avocado.

• The peanut dipping sauce is absolutely addictive: Let’s be honest — the creamy, savory, slightly sweet peanut sauce that goes alongside these rolls is worth making the recipe for all on its own.

• Meal prep friendly. Make a big batch at the start of the week, and you’ve got healthy, grab-and-go lunches ready to enjoy for days.

About Vietnamese Spring Rolls

Vietnamese spring rolls or goi cuon is a popular appetizer made with rice paper, fresh veggies, herbs, and a protein. It was originally from southern Vietnam and is a popular food item since it is easy to consumer on hot days.

Ingredients

Spring Rolls

• Salmon
  • The main protein in this recipe
• Salt, black pepper, garlic powder
  • Seasoning for the salmon
• Rice noodles
  • Noodles with a delicate texture that soaks up the peanut sauce
• Lettuce
  • Adds a refreshing crisp texture
• Carrots (pickled carrots and daikon work great)
  • Adds a pop of color and a nice crunch
• Cucumbers
  • Adds a pop of color and a nice crisp
• Spring roll wrappers
  • Gluten-free wrapper that holds all the ingredients together

Peanut Sauce

• 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • The rich creamy base of the sauce
• 1–2 tbsp honey
  • Natural sweetner for the sauce
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • Adds umami rich flavor
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • Adds a bright tanginess
• Warm water (start with 4 tbsp, add more to reach desired consistency)
  • Helps the sauce become a dipping consistency
• Sriracha, to taste
  • Adds a spicy kick

Instructions

Prepare rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Pat salmon dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Bake at 400F until cooked through. This takes around 10-14 minutes depending on the size.

Fill a shallow bowl with warm water.
Soften one spring roll wrapper at a time and lay it flat on a clean surface.

Layer in this order:

• Lettuce
• Rice noodles
• Carrots
• Cucumbers

Tightly roll halfway, then tuck in salmon pieces.

Fold in the sides and continue rolling until sealed.

In a bowl, whisk together:
peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, and warm water.

Add warm water gradually until smooth and dippable.

Serve fresh and enjoy.

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Salmon Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce Cooking Tips

Avoid overcooking the salmon to keep it moist and tender. Let it cool completely before assembling the spring rolls.

Season the salmon generously, as most of the other fillings are lightly seasoned. Don’t soak the rice paper for too long. A quick dip is all you need, as it will continue to soften as you work.

Be careful not to overfill the rolls. Too much filling can cause the rice paper to stretch and tear.

Roll the spring rolls tightly to help them hold their shape and prevent them from falling apart.

Use warm water when making the peanut sauce. It helps the peanut butter blend smoothly and creates a silky, creamy consistency.

Ingredient Substitution

Salmon –> Smoked Shrimp, Tofu, Chicken

Rice Noodles –> Glass Noodles

Lettuce –> Cabbage

Carrots –> Mango, Bell Peppers

Peanut Butter –> Almond Butter

Honey –> Maple Syrup

Rice Vinegar –> Lime Juice

If you enjoyed this fresh salmon spring roll with peanut sauce recipe, you might also like my rice cooker salmon congee recipe.

Easy Rice Cooker Salmon Congee Recipe