Gut-Friendly Shrimp & Veggie Spring Rolls

Fresh, crunchy, and packed with fiber, these gut-friendly spring rolls are a nourishing twist on a classic favorite. With tender shrimp, sautéed veggies, and gluten-free brown rice ramen all wrapped in soft rice paper, they’re perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner that supports digestion and tastes amazing.

Why They're Gut-Friendly:

• Carrots + Snow Peas: High in prebiotic fiber to fuel good gut bacteria

• Brown Rice Ramen: A gluten-free, whole grain carb that’s easier on digestion

• Shrimp: A clean source of protein that’s gentle on the gut

• Coconut Aminos + Garlic: Support gut healing while adding tons of flavor

• Light steaming + sautéing: Keeps veggies crisp while making them easier to digest

Ingredients

• 10 large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 cup shredded carrots or julienned matchstick carrots

• 1 cup snow peas, julienned or thinly sliced

• 1 pack brown rice ramen (glory land is my fave)

• 1–2 tbsp butter or ghee

• 2 tbsp water

• 1–2 cloves garlic, minced

• Salt, pepper, cayenne to taste

• 1 tbsp coconut aminos

• Spring roll wrappers (use 1 large or 2 small overlapped)

Instructions

1. Prep the Veggies
   Thinly slice or julienne carrots and snow peas. In a large sauté pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add veggies and garlic, sautéing for 2–3 minutes. Then add water, cover, and steam for 3–4 more minutes until just tender but still crunchy. Remove from heat.

2. Cook the Shrimp
   Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne. In the same pan or a separate skillet, cook shrimp over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly golden. Splash with coconut aminos and set aside.

3. Cook the Ramen
   Boil the brown rice ramen according to package instructions (usually 3–4 minutes). Drain and rinse under cool water. Drizzle with a bit of coconut aminos if desired.

4. Assemble the Spring Rolls
   Soften your spring roll wrapper in warm water for 10–15 seconds. Lay flat on a clean surface. Add a small layer of ramen noodles, sautéed veggies, and 2–3 shrimp. Roll tightly like a burrito: folding in the sides first, then rolling up from the bottom.
   ➤ Using 2 small wrappers? Lay them overlapping slightly and roll as one for a sturdier wrap.

5. Serve + Enjoy
   Serve with a side of coconut aminos or a gut-friendly dipping sauce. Best enjoyed fresh!

Optional Dipping Sauce

Mix together:

• 1 tbsp coconut aminos

• 1 tsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

• ½ tsp grated ginger

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