Energizing Japanese Summer Rolls with Citrus Dressing

Allergens

Shrimp, Sesame

Ingredients

• 12 round rice paper wrappers (8 inches)
• 3 cups mixed lettuce, thinly sliced
• 1 cup julienned carrots
• 1 cup cucumber, julienned
• 1 avocado, thinly sliced
• 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) for garnish Citrus Dressing:
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Fill a large bowl with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for about 5 seconds or until softened. Remove and place on a clean damp cloth. Repeat with remaining wrappers.
2. Place a softened wrapper on a cutting board. Layer lettuce, carrots, cucumber, avocado, shrimp, mushrooms, mint, cilantro, and basil leaves in the center of the wrapper.
3. Fold the bottom edge of the wrapper over the filling, then fold in both sides, and roll tightly into a cylinder. Repeat with remaining wrappers and ingredients.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lime juice, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Serve rolls alongside citrus dressing for dipping.
5. Garnish plates with mixed berries and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of flavors and textures in these summer rolls will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the most vibrant and flavorful results.