Fresh Thai Summer Rolls with Peanut Coconut Dipping Sauce
(just so happens to also be Low-Carb, No-Cook, Gluten-Free)
By Marie Hill
When the summer heat leaves you dreaming of something cool, crisp, and impossibly fresh, these Thai-inspired summer rolls are the perfect answer. Wrapped in delicate rice paper with a rainbow of crunchy vegetables, miracle noodles, and your choice of protein, these rolls are a refreshing, satisfying meal that requires absolutely no oven or burner.
Why You’ll Love These Summer Rolls
No-cook meal — perfect for hot days
Fresh and customizable — use shrimp, rotisserie chicken, or tofu
Miracle noodles — low-carb, made from organic konjac root, nearly calorie-free yet fiber-rich to help you stay full
Vibrant veggies — crunchy cucumbers, carrots, scallions, and fresh herbs
Meal-prep friendly — rolls keep well in cling wrap for lunch the next day
Peanut coconut dipping sauce — creamy, sweet-savory, and made in minutes
Don’t be intimidated: rice paper is easier to work with than it seems, and these ingredients are widely available at grocery stores or online. There may be a bit of trial and error with rolling, but once you get the hang of it, it’s smooth sailing.
What Are Miracle Noodles?
Miracle noodles are made from konjac root, a fiber-rich tuber traditionally used in Asian cuisine. They’re almost calorie-free and virtually carb-free, making them a perfect way to add bulk and texture to these rolls without heaviness. Look for them labeled as shirataki or konjac noodles, often in the refrigerated or Asian foods section of your grocery store.
Ingredients
For the Summer Rolls (makes 8)
8 rice paper wrappers
1/2 large cucumber, thinly sliced into matchsticks
2 carrots, thinly sliced into matchsticks
2 scallions, sliced lengthwise
12–16 cooked shrimp, sliced in half lengthwise (or 1 cup pulled rotisserie chicken, or 8 slices firm tofu)
1/4 cup chopped herbs — cilantro, mint, or basil
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 package miracle noodles (about 7 oz), drained, rinsed, and patted dry
For the Peanut Coconut Dipping Sauce
1/3 cup peanut butter (or substitute powdered peanut butter rehydrated with water for a lower-fat option)
2 tablespoons coconut aminos
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
2/3 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons warm water (more if needed to thin)
1/3 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
Juice of 2/3 of a lime
Instructions
1. Make the sauce: Whisk together peanut butter (or powdered peanut butter rehydrated with water), coconut aminos, rice vinegar, coconut sugar, ginger, warm water, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth and creamy. Adjust to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use (up to 5 days).
2. Prepare the rolls: Set up a rolling station with all your prepped ingredients. Fill a
shallow dish with warm water. Dip a rice paper wrapper for about 10 seconds, until soft but still slightly firm.
3. Lay the softened wrapper on a damp surface. In the center, layer a small amount of miracle noodles, cucumber, carrot, scallions, herbs, protein of choice, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
4. Fold up the bottom, then fold in the sides, and roll up tightly like a burrito. Repeat with
remaining ingredients.
5. Serve right away with the peanut coconut dipping sauce, or wrap tightly in cling film to enjoy later.
Macros (approximate per roll with shrimp + peanut sauce)
Calories: ~125 kcal
Protein: ~7 g
Carbohydrates: ~14 g
Fiber: ~4 g
Fat: ~5 g
(using rehydrated powdered peanut butter instead of regular peanut butter can lower fat to approximately 3 grams per roll)
Pro Tips
Prep your protein ahead to make rolling even faster
Store completed rolls wrapped individually in cling film to prevent sticking
Swap in other thinly sliced veggies if desired — bell peppers, shredded lettuce, or even avocado work beautifully (but keep in mind it will brown if not eaten immediately)
Feel free to make the sauce the night before to save time too
Whether you’re picnicking, meal prepping, or enjoying a light dinner on the patio, these Fresh Thai Summer Rolls will deliver the crisp, fresh hit you crave all summer long.
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