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Vegan Spring Rolls - 3 Ways

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    Here are 3 fresh, low-fat, vegan spring roll recipes inspired by traditional Asian flavors, each with a unique twist on the filling, wrapper, and dipping sauce. None are fried—they’re all served fresh, preserving both flavor and nutrients. 🥒 1. Vietnamese-Style Fresh Spring Rolls                                                  with Tofu & Vermicelli Wrapper: Rice paper Filling: Rice vermicelli noodles (cooked and cooled) Firm tofu (pan-seared or baked, lightly salted) Julienned carrots Cucumber sticks Fresh mint & Thai basil Romaine lettuce or butter lettuce leaves Dipping Sauce: Peanut Hoisin Sauce 2 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 tbsp natural peanut butter 1 tsp rice vinegar Splash of hot water to thin Optional: crushed peanuts and chili flakes on top Tip: Soften rice paper one at a time in warm water for 10 seconds, then roll tightly with a damp cl...
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Mediterranean Pocket (Pita) Bread Recipe (Dairy-free)

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IN MEDIUM BOWL, ADD; *1/2 C. Warm Water *1 T. Sugar Stir until sugar dissolves. Sprinkle over above: *2 teaspoons Yeast (1 packet)   Mix the yeast into the sugar water. Cover and set aside for 5-10.minutes.   This called "proofing". If the yeast hasn't frothed up in 5-10 minutes, dump it out-- it is not "live" yeast.  Use a new packet of yeast. To  large bowl, standing mixer bowl or food processor with a bread maker blade, combine: *Proofed Yeast/Sugar Mix *1/4 cup Olive Oil (optional) *1 teaspoon Salt *2 cups Unbleached White Bread Flour *1 cup Whole Wheat Flour *1 cup of Water Mix well to blend all ingredients.   Knead to form a dough.  If are using the kneading hook or bread-making attachment, the dough will be formed in that way. Remove dough to a large oiled bowl.   Cover with a clean, damp cloth and let the dough rise for 45 minutes or until doubled in size. KNEAD on a lightly-floured board. Put back into oiled bowl, cov...
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