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Fresh Cucumber Avocado Spring Roll Salad

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A light, refreshing salad featuring crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, fresh herbs, and a tangy lime dressing, perfect for healthy summer meals. Can be served as spring rolls or tossed salad.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large cucumber, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced or cubed
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 4–6 rice paper sheets
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash all produce thoroughly. Julienne the cucumber into thin matchstick-like pieces or slice thinly. Peel and shred the carrot or julienne it. Cube or slice the ripe avocado just before assembling. Roughly chop mint and cilantro, setting each aside separately.
  2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice (about 2 tablespoons), soy sauce or tamari (1 tablespoon), sesame oil (1 teaspoon), honey or maple syrup (1 teaspoon), minced garlic, and grated ginger if using. Taste and adjust flavors. Let sit for at least 5 minutes.
  3. Soften the Rice Paper: Fill a shallow dish or large plate with warm water. Submerge one rice paper sheet for about 15 seconds until pliable but not too soft. Lay the softened sheet flat on a damp towel or clean surface.
  4. Assemble the Rolls: Place a small handful of cucumber, carrot, avocado, mint, and cilantro near the edge closest to you. Drizzle a little dressing over the filling. Fold the sides inward, then roll tightly away from you like a burrito. Repeat with remaining sheets and filling.
  5. Or Toss as a Salad: Combine cucumber, carrot, avocado, mint, and cilantro in a large bowl. Pour dressing over and toss gently to coat. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds.
  6. Serve: Arrange rolls on a platter or serve the tossed salad immediately. Optionally sprinkle with more sesame seeds or chopped peanuts for crunch. Enjoy right away for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Soak rice paper sheets for about 15 seconds in warm water to soften without tearing. Use ripe but firm avocados to prevent mushy filling. Assemble rolls close to serving time to avoid drying or tearing. Dressing can be adjusted for sweetness or acidity. Add protein like shrimp, chicken, or tofu for a boost. Substitute honey with maple syrup for vegan option. Use tamari for gluten-free soy sauce alternative.

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Keywords: cucumber salad,avocado salad,spring roll salad,healthy summer meals,light salad,gluten-free,vegan option,quick salad

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