Cucumber Sushi Roll

Fresh, simple, and incredibly satisfying, Cucumber Sushi Rolls are perfect for a light snack, appetizer, or healthy meal. This recipe combines fluffy, perfectly seasoned sushi rice with crisp cucumber slices, all wrapped in delicate nori sheets for an elegant and refreshing bite. With just a few pantry staples like rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, you can easily prepare flavorful sushi rice at home. Rolling these sushi creations is surprisingly simple, thanks to a handy bamboo mat, and they’re ready in under an hour! Serve these vegetarian rolls with soy sauce for a savory dipping experience that complements their fresh, clean taste. Whether you're hosting guests or indulging in a solo sushi-making adventure, these cucumber rolls are a must-try option for sushi lovers and beginners alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 4 pieces Nori sheets
• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

Combine the rinsed rice and 1.25 cups of water in a rice cooker. Cook the rice according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 3

Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl. In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt over low heat until the sugar is dissolved. Pour this mixture over the warm rice and gently mix it with a spatula. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.

Step 4

While the rice is cooling, peel the cucumber if desired, and cut it into long, thin strips approximately the length of the nori sheet.

Step 5

Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and put one nori sheet on top with the shiny side facing down.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of the cooled sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of nori uncovered at the top edge for sealing.

Step 7

Place a few strips of cucumber horizontally across the rice, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the bottom edge.

Step 8

Lift the bottom edge of the bamboo mat and begin to roll the sushi tightly away from you, using the mat to help shape the roll. Apply gentle pressure to secure the roll.

Step 9

Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6 to 8 pieces. Clean the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for a cleaner slice.

Step 10

Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets, rice, and cucumber.

Step 11

Serve the cucumber sushi rolls with soy sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(771.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	406.1

Total Fat 1.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1552.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 17.5g
Protein 10.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 101.5mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 675.9mg	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: 2.9%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 87.3%