Feta and Spinach Rice Paper Rolls (Air Fryer, Gluten-Free)

Feta and Spinach Rice Paper Rolls: Crispy, Light and Protein-Packed Spirals

If you love recipes that feel indulgent but are actually light, these feta and spinach rice paper rolls are about to become a new favourite. Crisped to golden perfection in the air fryer, they deliver that irresistible crunch on the outside with a soft, savoury, cheesy centre. The combination of salty feta and tender spinach creates a balanced, flavour-packed filling, while the spiral shape makes them look as impressive as they taste. If you enjoy cooking with rice paper or are looking for light, gluten-free and creative meal ideas, this recipe is a must-try. It is simple, satisfying and a great way to turn everyday ingredients into something exciting. If you’ve already tried recipes like Rice Paper Chicken Sausage Rolls, Salmon Rice Paper Parcels, or Crispy Salmon Squares, you already know how versatile and addictive rice paper recipes can be.

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Simple Ingredients, Big Flavours

What makes these rice paper rolls so special is how a handful of simple ingredients come together to create something truly delicious:

Rice paper sheets – Light, naturally gluten-free and perfect for crisping up beautifully, just like in Air-Fried Rice Paper Parcels
Feta cheese – Salty, creamy and rich, bringing depth and bold flavour to the filling
Spinach – Adds freshness, colour and a subtle earthiness that balances the feta
Eggs – Help bind the filling and create that golden, crispy coating
Garlic granules and black pepper – Simple seasonings that enhance the savoury profile
Olive oil – Helps achieve that crisp texture without deep frying
Sesame seeds – Add a light crunch and nutty finish

If you love experimenting with rice paper, recipes like Mini Rice Paper Quiches (Protein-Packed Snack) or Rice Paper Salmon Chips are also great examples of how this simple ingredient can be transformed into something fresh, light and full of flavour.

How to Make Feta and Spinach Rice Paper Rolls

Preparing the Filling

Start by preparing the filling. Place the spinach in a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water. Let it sit for 30 seconds, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible using your hands, then chop finely. This step is essential, as excess moisture will prevent the rolls from crisping properly.

Chopped spinach on a wooden board — Finely chopped spinach ready for the feta filling

In a bowl, combine the feta, spinach, egg, garlic granules, black pepper and olive oil. Mix until well combined. The mixture should be slightly firm but easy to shape.

Mixing feta and spinach filling in a bowl for rice paper rolls — Combining feta and spinach for the filling

Shaping the Rolls

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth. Working with one rice paper sheet at a time, dip it briefly into the egg mixture, just enough to coat it.

Rice paper sheet dipped into egg mixture — Lightly coating the rice paper in egg mixture

Place it on a flat surface and leave for 20 to 30 seconds until softened and pliable. Add a portion of the filling near the bottom edge and shape it into a long, thin line across most of the width of the rice paper, leaving a small gap at the sides.

Feta and spinach filling placed on softened rice paper before rolling — Adding feta and spinach filling onto rice paper

Roll it tightly into a compact roll without folding the sides,

Rolling rice paper around feta and spinach filling into a tight roll — Rolling the rice paper tightly around the filling

then gently coil it into a spiral. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and repeat with the remaining ingredients.

Rice paper roll shaped into a spiral before cooking — Coiling the roll into a spiral shape

Air Frying to Crispy Perfection

Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil and arrange the rolls in a single layer.

Rice paper rolls placed in an air fryer basket before cooking — Arranging the rolls in the air fryer

Spray the tops of the rolls as well. Air fry at 200°C/400°F for 13 to 15 minutes, or until golden and crisp. For more even crisping, turn them halfway through cooking. Serve immediately while crisp with garlic yoghurt or your favourite dip.

Hands holding a freshly air-fried feta and spinach rice paper roll — Crispy feta and spinach rice paper roll straight from the air fryer

Serving and Enjoying

These feta and spinach rice paper rolls are best served hot and fresh, when the outside is perfectly crispy. They make an ideal light lunch, appetiser or snack and pair beautifully with dips like garlic yoghurt, tzatziki, sweet chilli sauce or spicy mayo. Add a fresh salad and you have a balanced, protein-packed meal that feels light but satisfying. They also work beautifully as part of a sharing platter alongside other rice paper favourites such as Chicken Spring Rolls, Salmon Bites, or Rice Paper Cucumber Roll, creating a mix of textures and flavours that feels modern and exciting.

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Why We Love These Rice Paper Rolls

These rolls are everything you want in a quick, modern recipe. They are light, naturally gluten-free and packed with flavour, yet still feel comforting and satisfying. The crispy shell and soft filling create that perfect balance that keeps you coming back for more. Another reason to love them is their versatility. Once you get comfortable working with rice paper, the possibilities are endless. Recipes like Rice Paper Salmon Chips, and Rice Paper Chicken Sausage Rolls all show how easily you can adapt fillings and shapes while keeping that signature crispy texture.

These crispy feta and spinach rice paper rolls are golden on the outside and soft, savoury and cheesy inside. Made in the air fryer, they are quick, light and naturally gluten-free. The filling is packed with flavour from salty feta, tender spinach and a hint of garlic. Shaped into spiral rolls, they look as good as they taste and are perfect as a snack, appetiser or light meal. Serve them hot with garlic yoghurt or your favourite dip. They are best enjoyed fresh, but can easily be crisped up again in the air fryer.

Ingredients

For the rolls

12 rice paper sheets
2 eggs
2 tbsp milk or water
Sesame seeds (for garnish)

For the filling

200 g feta (1¾ cup, crumbled)
120 g spinach (4 cups, wilted, well drained and chopped)
1 egg
½ tsp garlic granules
Black pepper (to taste)
1 tsp olive oil

For cooking

Olive oil spray

Instructions

1
Start by preparing the filling. Place the spinach in a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water. Let it sit for 30 seconds, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible using your hands, then chop finely. This step is essential, as excess moisture will prevent the rolls from crisping properly. In a bowl, combine the feta, spinach, egg, garlic granules, black pepper and olive oil. Mix until well combined. The mixture should be slightly firm but easy to shape.
2
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth. Working with one rice paper sheet at a time, dip it briefly into the egg mixture, just enough to coat it. Place it on a flat surface and leave for 20 to 30 seconds until softened and pliable. Add a portion of the filling near the bottom edge and shape it into a long, thin log across most of the width of the rice paper, leaving a small gap at the sides. Roll it tightly into a compact roll without folding the sides, then gently coil it into a spiral. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and repeat with the remaining ingredients.
3
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil and arrange the rolls in a single layer. Spray the tops of the rolls as well. Air fry at 200°C/400°F for 13 to 15 minutes, or until golden and crisp. For more even crisping, turn them halfway through cooking. Serve immediately while crisp with garlic yoghurt or your favourite dip.

Nutrition Facts

Servings: 12 ServingCalories:101.85kcalTotal Fat:5.1gCholesterol:55.07mgSodium:229.66mgPotassium:84.73mgTotal Carbohydrate:9.92gDietary Fiber: 0.37gSugars: 0.35gProtein:4.1gVitamin A: 86.08IUVitamin C: 2.84mgCalcium: 101.12mgIron: 0.67mgVitamin D: 0.31IUVitamin E: 0.4IUVitamin K: 48.86mcgVitamin B6: 0.11mgVitamin B12: 0.38mcgPhosphorus: 84.63mgMagnesium: 12.63mgZinc: 0.68mg

Note

Make sure the spinach is very well drained. Any excess moisture will make the rolls soft instead of crispy. Squeeze it thoroughly with your hands before chopping.
Do not soak the rice paper for too long. A quick dip in the egg mixture is enough. It will continue to soften as it rests. Over-soaking will make it tear and harder to roll.
Shape the filling into a long, thin line across the rice paper, leaving a small gap at the edges. This helps prevent the filling from spilling out as you roll.
These are best enjoyed fresh while crispy. If they soften, you can easily reheat them in the air fryer at 180°C/375°F for 2 to 3 minutes to bring back the crunch.
You can prepare the rolls in advance and keep them covered in the fridge for a few hours before cooking. Lightly spray with oil just before air frying.
For extra crispiness, turn the rolls halfway through cooking and make sure they are not overcrowded in the basket.
Oven method: Arrange the rolls on a lined baking tray, spray lightly with oil and bake at 200°C/400°F (fan) for 18 to 22 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp. They may be slightly less crispy than in the air fryer but still delicious.
Serve with garlic yoghurt, tzatziki, sweet chilli sauce or a spicy mayo for dipping.

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