Summer Rolls
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These fresh turkey summer rolls are a vibrant, high-protein take on a Southeast Asian classic. By swapping traditional fillings for lean minced turkey breast and earthy shiitake mushrooms, this recipe creates a satisfyingly savoury snack that remains light and nutritious. The combination of succulent poultry, crisp peppers, and delicate mung bean sprouts offers a wonderful contrast of textures that makes every bite feel like a celebration of summer flavours.
Perfect as a healthy lunch or a nutritious post-workout meal, these rolls are as versatile as they are delicious. The rice paper wraps provide a gluten-free casing for the protein-packed filling, while the gentle heat from the black pepper and the umami depth of the oyster sauce ensure a sophisticated flavour profile. Serve them at room temperature with your favourite dipping sauce for a simple, homemade treat.
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Ingredients for Summer Rolls
30g cellophane noodles
450g extra lean turkey mince breast
2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
160g chopped spring onions
120ml chopped shiitake mushroom caps
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoons black pepper
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 each red and green pepper, cored, seeded and cut into thin strips
9 sheets (8 inches each) rice paper (found in grocery stores' Asian section)
1 cup drained canned mung bean sprouts
How to make Summer Rolls
Boil noodles in salted water for 3 minutes; drain; set aside. Combine turkey, egg whites, spring onions, mushrooms, fish sauce, oyster sauce, sugar and black pepper in a bowl. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook turkey mixture, stirring, until dry and crumbly, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat. Push meat to one side; place pepper strips in pan. Fill a bowl with warm water. Soak 1 piece rice paper until pliable, but not entirely soft, 10 to 15 seconds. Lay flat on a cutting board. Place 2 pepper strips across wrapper 2 inches from bottom. On top of strips, layer 120ml turkey mixture, 1/8 of mung beans, 1/8 of noodles and 1/8 of pepper strips to form a log-shaped pile. Fold bottom edge of wrapper up and sides in against filling. Roll up to top edge. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Cut in half on bias.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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16 Jan 2026 | Originally published
Authored by:
UK recipe editors
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UK recipe editors

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