Heart-Healthy Avocado and Fish Sushi Roll

Experience the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition with this Heart-Healthy Avocado and Fish Sushi Roll recipe. Carefully crafted with creamy avocados, crisp cucumber, and tender slices of sashimi-grade salmon or tuna, this homemade sushi is both indulgent and good for you. The naturally rich omega-3 fatty acids from the fish pair beautifully with the heart-healthy fats in avocado, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a delightful nutty crunch. Using seasoned sushi rice and nori sheets, these rolls are easy to assemble with the help of a bamboo mat, making it a fun and interactive meal for sushi lovers of all skill levels. Serve these vibrant rolls with low-sodium soy sauce, pickled ginger, and a touch of wasabi for a restaurant-quality experience right at home! Perfect for a light dinner, lunch, or a shareable appetizer, this recipe pairs deliciously with your health-focused lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

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 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 100 grams Sashimi-grade salmon (or tuna)
• 4 pieces Nori sheets
• 2 pieces Medium ripe avocados
• 1 piece Cucumber
• 4 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Pickled ginger
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 2

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

Step 3

While the rice cooks, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until dissolved. Set aside.

Step 4

Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture using a wooden spoon. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Slice the sashimi-grade salmon (or tuna) into thin strips approximately 1/2 inch wide.

Step 6

Peel and pit the avocados, then cut them into thin slices.

Step 7

Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds. Cut into long matchsticks.

Step 8

Lay a bamboo sushi mat on the counter and place a nori sheet, shiny side down. Cover the nori with an even layer of cooled sushi rice, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.

Step 9

Arrange slices of salmon, avocado, and cucumber in a single line along the bottom edge of the rice.

Step 10

Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, pressing lightly to form a tight cylinder.

Step 11

Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.

Step 12

Once all rolls are formed, sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Slice each roll into 8 pieces using a sharp knife dipped in water.

Step 13

Serve the sushi rolls with low-sodium soy sauce, pickled ginger, and a small dab of wasabi for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1040.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	677.4

Total Fat 19.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 55mg	0%
Sodium 3637.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 39.4g	0%

Vitamin D 526IU	0%
Calcium 135.3mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 1147.9mg	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: 25.5%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 51.4%