Dairy-Free Temaki (Hand Roll Sushi)

Discover the art of rolling your own Dairy-Free Temaki, a vibrant and customizable hand roll sushi that's as fun to assemble as it is delicious to eat. This recipe features perfectly seasoned sushi rice, crisp cucumber and carrot matchsticks, creamy avocado, and your choice of protein—from pan-fried tofu for a vegan twist to cooked shrimp or crab for seafood lovers. Wrapped in nori sheets for a crisp, ocean-forward bite, these hand rolls are made entirely dairy-free and can be tailored to gluten-free diets when paired with tamari. With simple prep steps and no special equipment required, this quick and healthy sushi makes a great DIY meal or party dish. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger for an authentic finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sushi rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 5 sheets Nori sheets (seaweed)
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 large Avocado
• 1 cup Cooked shrimp or crab (optional for non-vegans)
• 1 block Tofu (firm, optional for vegans)
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi
• 0.5 cup Pickled ginger

Directions

Step 1

Rinse sushi rice in cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents clumping.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold the mixture into the cooked rice while it is still warm. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

Step 4

While the rice is cooling, prepare the fillings. Peel and thinly slice cucumber and carrot into long matchstick shapes. Slice the avocado into long strips.

Step 5

If using tofu, press it to remove excess moisture, then slice it into long thin strips. (Optional: Pan-fry tofu strips until golden brown for added texture.)

Step 6

Cut the nori sheets in half crosswise to create two smaller rectangular sheets.

Step 7

To assemble the temaki, place a half sheet of nori shiny side down on a flat surface. Add a small scoop (about 2 tablespoons) of sushi rice to the left side of the nori and gently press it down.

Step 8

Place a few strips of cucumber, carrot, avocado, and your choice of protein (shrimp, crab, or tofu) diagonally across the rice. Be careful not to overfill, as the roll might not close properly.

Step 9

Starting from the filled corner, roll the nori into a cone shape, pressing gently to secure the edges. Use a grain of sticky rice as 'glue' if needed to seal the edge.

Step 10

Repeat with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.

Step 11

Serve immediately with soy sauce or tamari, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side. Enjoy your dairy-free temaki!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2289.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1848.1

Total Fat 62.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 461.1mg	0%
Sodium 7787.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 137.8g	0%

Vitamin D 422.2IU	0%
Calcium 1626.6mg	0%
Iron 26.5mg	0%
Potassium 3713.4mg	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: 29.6%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 41.2%