California Tuna Roll

Dive into the fresh, coastal flavors of a California Tuna Roll, a vibrant fusion of classic sushi elements and West Coast flair. Featuring tender slices of sushi-grade tuna—either fresh or briefly seared—paired with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and your choice of imitation or lump crab, this homemade sushi roll offers a perfect balance of textures. Wrapped in nori and stuffed with perfectly seasoned sushi rice, this recipe is an ideal choice for sushi enthusiasts looking to recreate restaurant-quality rolls at home. Ready in under 40 minutes and served with traditional accompaniments like soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger, these rolls are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Whether you're hosting a sushi night or simply indulging in fresh flavors, this California Tuna Roll is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 oz Sushi-grade tuna (seared or fresh)
• 2 cups Cooked sushi rice
• 4 sheets Nori (seaweed sheets)
• 4 oz Imitation crab or lump crab meat
• 1 medium Avocado (sliced)
• 1 small Cucumber (julienned)
• 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp Sugar
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce (for serving)
• 1 tsp Wasabi (optional, for serving)
• 2 tbsp Pickled ginger (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the sushi rice: In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat over low until sugar dissolves. Transfer the mixture to warm cooked sushi rice and gently fold to combine. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

Step 2

Slice the sushi-grade tuna into thin strips and set aside. If using seared tuna, sear it for about 1 minute per side in a hot pan, then slice.

Step 3

Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and cover it with plastic wrap to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Lay one sheet of nori shiny side down on the mat. Wet your hands to handle the rice without it sticking and spread about 1/2 cup of sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.

Step 5

In the center of the rice, arrange a few slices of avocado, cucumber, crab, and tuna horizontally.

Step 6

Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the nori into a log, pressing firmly but gently to secure the fillings. Seal the edge of the nori with a little water.

Step 7

Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients to create more rolls.

Step 8

Using a sharp knife, slice each roll into 6–8 pieces. Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts to maintain clean edges.

Step 9

Serve the California Tuna Roll with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1079.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1216.5

Total Fat 25.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 107.7mg	0%
Sodium 4445.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 24.0g
Protein 77.0g	0%

Vitamin D 340.2IU	0%
Calcium 136.5mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 2168.1mg	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: 18.8%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 56.0%