Cooktop Cove: Roll up something low-carb yet delicious
By Chris Morgan
Spring rolls are a staple of several different East Asian cuisines. That makes sense. In America, they aren't as common as egg rolls, but egg rolls are also a little heavy. Spring rolls, though, tend to be lighter and healthier. This is mostly because of how the ingredients in the rolls are wrapped. That helps spring rolls fit into certain diets easier than other appetizers.
Spring rolls are especially good for people on low-carb diets. If you're looking to enjoy some dim sum, spring rolls are always a smart option. Even if you've never made them before, they're easy enough for you to handle if you follow these recipes. Enjoy some delicious, low-carb treats with these spring rolls!
Low-carb Vietnamese spring rollsThis recipe calls for the traditional spring roll wrapping: rice paper. That's easy enough to buy. Many spring rolls are vegetarian, but the ones featured here add a little meat, thanks to the addition of shrimp. Don't skimp out on a peanut dipping sauce! Get the recipe
here.
Low-carb chicken spring rollsThis is sort of an American twist on the spring roll. Chicken isn't usually found in spring rolls in other cultures, but who's to say it can't be an exceptional filling for these tasty appetizers? Lettuce also serves as a fine wrap if you don't want to use rice paper. Get the recipe
here.
Low-carb Vietnamese spring rollsThis recipe also has shrimp in it, but it includes lettuce wraps instead of rice paper. For added punch, these spring rolls include mint, garlic and lime juice. They're flavorful and robust, but still healthy and low-carb. Get the recipe
here.
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