Fresh papaya and chicken spring rolls

Fresh Flavors All Wrapped UpChicken, fresh papaya and cucumber are the basis for these amazingly easy and refreshing spring rolls.

These are unbelievably good! You can use a rotisserie chicken to save lots of time while making these fresh spring rolls. Fresh papaya can be a little tricky to find for some, and you can easily substitute fresh mango. These are wonderful for hot days by the pool or when you just want something light to snack on and are virtually guilt-free. Since they are not deep-fried, you don't have to worry about your waistline. Dip these rolls in either our zesty peanut sauce or in our ginger lime dipping sauce.

Fresh papaya and chicken spring rolls recipe

Serves 4 (2 rolls per person)

Ingredients:2 cups shredded chicken breast8 rice paper sheets1 small head butter lettuce, shredded or torn into pieces1 papaya, seeds removed and cut into very thin strips1 cucumber, sliced into thin stripsSmall handful of fresh mint leaves (optional)Directions:

Have all of filling ingredients ready on a plate. Dip a sheet of the rice paper into very warm water for about 45 seconds until it softens. Lay the rice paper on a flat surface and fill with the lettuce, chicken, papaya, cucumber and a few mint leaves.Gently roll up, keeping the roll as tight as possible. Place in a baking dish with damp paper towels. Repeat with the remaining rolls.

Spicy peanut dipping sauce recipeIngredients:2 tablespoons coconut or peanut oil1 garlic clove, chopped fine1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh gingerroot1/2 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup apple cider vinegar or fresh lime juice3 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakesDirections:

Mix all the ingredients in a small bowl chill until ready to use.

Ginger lime dipping sauce recipe

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon peeled and finely grated fresh ginger1/4 cup rice vinegar1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 cup honey1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste Directions:

In a bowl mix all of the ingredients. Chill until ready to serve.

More Asian-inspired ideas

Thai peanut noodle bowls
Take-out Chinese food recipes
Sweet and spicy Asian tofu with vegetables