California Roll in a Bowl

Transform your sushi cravings into a quick and hassle-free delight with this irresistible California Roll in a Bowl! This deconstructed sushi bowl is a flavorful medley of seasoned sushi rice, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and savory imitation crab dressed in a tangy mayo-soy blend. Topped with nori strips, toasted sesame seeds, and a drizzle of sriracha for a spicy kick, this bowl is as vibrant as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's perfect for a fresh, customizable, and gluten-free alternative to traditional sushi rolls. Whether you're meal-prepping or indulging in a last-minute dinner, this dish is an umami-packed treat that’s big on taste and low on effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 8 ounces Imitation crab meat
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 large Avocado
• 1 small Nori sheets
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 1 stalk Green onion
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine it with 1 1/4 cups of water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes.

Step 2

While the rice is cooking, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until the sugar dissolves. Gently fold the mixture into the cooked rice and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the imitation crab meat with mayonnaise, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Optionally, add sriracha for a spicy kick. Set aside.

Step 4

Peel and dice the cucumber into small chunks. Halve and pit the avocado, then cut it into cubes. Slice the green onion finely and cut the nori sheet into thin strips using scissors.

Step 5

Assemble the bowl by layering a base of sushi rice into each serving bowl. Top with the dressed imitation crab, cucumber, avocado, green onion, and nori strips.

Step 6

Sprinkle the bowls with sesame seeds and garnish with additional sriracha or soy sauce, if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your California Roll in a Bowl!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1248.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1285.7

Total Fat 69.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g
Cholesterol 75.4mg	0%
Sodium 3188.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 32.9g
Protein 30.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132.6mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1700.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.3%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 43.3%