Heart-Healthy Avocado and Salmon Sushi Roll

Elevate your sushi night with this Heart-Healthy Avocado and Salmon Sushi Roll, a perfect blend of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. This recipe features nutrient-rich fresh salmon, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, all wrapped in perfectly seasoned sushi rice and nori sheets. Packed with omega-3 fatty acids and heart-loving fats, this vibrantly fresh sushi roll is not only delicious but also supports your healthy lifestyle. With easy step-by-step instructions and a total prep time of just 50 minutes, this homemade sushi is as fun to make as it is to eat. Serve it with low-sodium soy sauce, a touch of wasabi, and pickled ginger for the ultimate sushi experience. Whether you're hosting friends or treating yourself, this sushi recipe is a showstopper that ticks all the boxes for flavor, nutrition, and elegance.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

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 teaspoons Salt
• 4 sheets Nori sheets
• 8 ounces Fresh salmon
• 1 large Avocado
• 1 small Cucumber
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi
• 2 tablespoons Pickled ginger

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rinsed rice and 1.25 cups of water in a saucepan. Let it soak for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice using a wooden spoon. Allow rice to cool to room temperature.

Step 4

Slice the fresh salmon into thin strips and set aside. Peel the cucumber and cut it into matchsticks. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice it into thin wedges.

Step 5

Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and place a nori sheet on top, shiny side facing down.

Step 6

Spread about 3/4 cup of the prepared sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge.

Step 7

Arrange slices of salmon, avocado, and cucumber sticks evenly across the center of the rice.

Step 8

Using the bamboo mat, carefully lift the edge of the nori sheet closest to you and begin to roll it tightly over the filling. Continue rolling until the sushi roll is formed.

Step 9

Lightly moisten the top edge of the nori sheet with a little water to seal the roll.

Step 10

Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6-8 equal pieces. Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.

Step 11

Serve the sushi rolls with low-sodium soy sauce, a small amount of wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1128.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1160.0

Total Fat 60.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 124.7mg	0%
Sodium 2718.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 7.7g
Protein 61.8g	0%

Vitamin D 1292.7IU	0%
Calcium 133.8mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 2254.2mg	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: 46.3%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 32.5%