Giant Tofu Summer Rolls with a lemony peanut sauce (low FODMAP)
Posted by Martina Grace | LOW FODMAP
Dive into summer with our Giant Tofu Summer Rolls, bursting with fresh veggies and wrapped in delicate rice paper, all paired with a zesty, lemony peanut sauce that adds the perfect tangy twist.
🍽 Servings: 1 🕓 Prep Time: 10 mins 🕓 Cook Time: 10 mins
INGREDIENTS
For the roll
◦ 75g of extra firm tofu, cut into slices
◦ 1 tbsp tamari sauce
◦ 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
◦ 3 rice paper
◦ 1/4 cup spinach
◦ 1/2 cup rice noodles, cooked
◦ 1/4 cup cucumber, cut julienne
◦ 1/3 small carrot, cut julienne
◦ 1/4 cup shredded red cabbage
◦ 3 tbsp avocado, sliced
◦ 3 mint leaves
Lemony Peanut Sauce
◦ 3 tbsp of creamy natural peanut butter
◦ Juice of 1/2 lemon
◦ 2-3 tbsp water
◦ 2 tsp rice vinegar
◦ Pinch of: black pepper, salt and a dash of cayenne pepper
◦ Fresh parsley
◦ 1 green onion, chopped (green tops only)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a blender, put all the ingredients, except the green onions, and mix.
2. Add your green onions and mix with a spoon. Set aside.
3. In a small pan, add the olive oil, tamari sauce and the tofu. Cook on medium-high heat until the liquid has evaporated. Set aside.
4. Dip each rice paper in water and layer them down in a triangle shape.
5. In the middle of the triangle, add the spinach, rice noodle, tofu, cucumber, avocado, red cabbage, carrots and the mint leaves.
6. Fold the roll (start at the top and bottom) while making it tight so it holds together. Cut in half.
7. Serve with the peanut sauce.
🌱 Enjoy every bite,
Martina.
NUTRITION FACTS
✦ Per serving: 26g of protein & 12g of fiber.
✦ Extra firm tofu is an excellent plant-based protein source, containing all nine essential amino acids, making it ideal for vegetarians and vegans.
✦ Red cabbage contains anthocyanins, which are powerful antioxidants that can help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.
✦ The combination of protein, healthy fats, and fiber helps to feel full and satisfied, which can help control appetite and support weight management.
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