Heart-Healthy Avocado and Cucumber Sushi Roll

Elevate your sushi night with this Heart-Healthy Avocado and Cucumber Sushi Roll, a refreshing and nutrient-packed alternative perfect for light meals or snacks. Featuring creamy avocado, crisp cucumber matchsticks, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, all nestled in fluffy, seasoned sushi rice and wrapped in savory nori, this recipe is a testament to simplicity and flavor. Crafted with low-sodium soy sauce and wholesome ingredients, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that’s easy to prepare, even for beginners. Ready in under an hour, these rolls are perfect for a quick lunch, an appetizer, or a fun DIY sushi night with friends. Packed with heart-friendly fats and plant-based goodness, this roll offers a tasty way to nourish your body and satisfy your sushi cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 4 Nori sheets
• 1 Avocado
• 1 Cucumber
• 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds
• 0 for serving Soy sauce (low-sodium)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 2

Combine the rinsed sushi rice and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 3

Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved.

Step 5

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture using a wooden spatula. Be careful not to mash the rice.

Step 6

Allow the rice to cool to room temperature, covering it with a damp cloth to prevent drying.

Step 7

Peel and slice the avocado into thin strips, and cut the cucumber into narrow matchsticks.

Step 8

Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface. Lay a sheet of nori on the mat, shiny side down.

Step 9

Spread a thin, even layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1/2-inch border at the top edge.

Step 10

Sprinkle a portion of toasted sesame seeds over the rice.

Step 11

Arrange avocado slices and cucumber matchsticks in a horizontal line about one inch from the bottom edge of the nori.

Step 12

Using the bamboo mat, start rolling the sushi away from you, tucking in the fillings with your fingers. Ensure the roll is tight and even.

Step 13

Seal the edge of the nori with a little water.

Step 14

Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients to make additional rolls.

Step 15

With a sharp knife dipped in water, slice each roll into 6 to 8 pieces.

Step 16

Serve immediately with low-sodium soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(874.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	706.6

Total Fat 30.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1810.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.1g
Protein 14.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 219.9mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1386.4mg	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: 37.0%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 54.9%