Heart-Healthy Salmon Roe Sushi (Ikura Sushi)

Elevate your sushi night with this heart-healthy twist on the classic salmon roe sushi (ikura sushi). This recipe combines nutrient-packed brown sushi rice, seasoned with a light blend of rice vinegar and low-sodium soy sauce, for a flavorful yet health-conscious base. Topped with vibrant, briny salmon roe, creamy avocado slices, and crisp cucumber juliennes, each bite offers an irresistible mix of textures and tastes. Wrapped in nutrient-rich nori and finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this elegant dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for a light but satisfying meal, this homemade ikura sushi is a must-try for seafood lovers who value both flavor and wellness.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown sushi rice
• 2 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 whole sheets Nori sheets
• 150 grams Salmon roe (ikura)
• 1 small, julienned Cucumber
• 1 ripe, sliced Avocado
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 40-45 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 3

Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, sugar, and salt until the sugar and salt are dissolved.

Step 5

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture with a spatula, ensuring the rice is evenly coated. Allow it to cool to room temperature.

Step 6

Cut the nori sheets into strips approximately 1-inch wide and 6 inches long.

Step 7

Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, and shape the sushi rice into small oval balls, roughly the size of a walnut.

Step 8

Wrap a nori strip around each rice ball, leaving the top of the rice exposed, and secure the nori by slightly dampening the end with water to create a seal.

Step 9

Spoon a generous amount of salmon roe onto the exposed rice section of each sushi piece.

Step 10

Garnish each piece with julienned cucumber, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Step 11

Serve immediately with additional low-sodium soy sauce for dipping if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1008.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	724.0

Total Fat 30.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 465mg	0%
Sodium 3421.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 6.4g
Protein 47.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 494.0mg	0%
Iron 19.1mg	0%
Potassium 779.3mg	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: 37.5%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 36.3%