High Protein Salmon Avocado Sushi

Elevate your sushi night with this High Protein Salmon Avocado Sushi recipe, a nutritious and flavorful twist on classic sushi rolls. Featuring tender, sashimi-grade salmon and creamy ripe avocado nestled in perfectly seasoned sushi rice, this dish is as delicious as it is wholesome. Rolled with nutrient-packed nori sheets and sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds, these homemade sushi rolls are bursting with texture and taste. Perfect for a high-protein meal or snack, this recipe takes just 30 minutes of prep and is served alongside soy sauce, pickled ginger, and a touch of wasabi for an authentic Japanese-inspired experience. Whether you're a sushi enthusiast or a health-conscious foodie, these easy homemade rolls are sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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
• 8 ounces Fresh salmon (sashimi-grade)
• 1 large Ripe avocado
• 4 Nori sheets
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Pickled ginger
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 1 Bamboo sushi mat

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Combine the rice with 1.25 cups of water in a rice cooker or a medium saucepan. Cook according to the rice cooker instructions or bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes on the stove. Remove the rice from the heat and let it sit for 10 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gradually fold in the vinegar mixture. Combine gently to season the rice evenly without smashing the grains. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 5

While the rice cools, cut the salmon into thin strips. Peel and slice the avocado into thin strips as well.

Step 6

Place a nori sheet on the bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down. Using damp fingers, spread a layer of sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge.

Step 7

Arrange strips of salmon and avocado horizontally over the rice.

Step 8

Starting from the bottom edge of the mat, roll the sushi tightly, ensuring the filling is packed snugly inside. Use the bamboo mat to press and shape the roll as you go.

Step 9

Once rolled, sprinkle sesame seeds evenly across the roll. Gently press them into the rice.

Step 10

Using a sharp, wet knife, cut the roll into 6-8 pieces, wiping the knife with a damp cloth between cuts to ensure clean slices.

Step 11

Serve the sushi with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1217.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1303.4

Total Fat 70.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 124.7mg	0%
Sodium 4299.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 14.0g
Protein 66.3g	0%

Vitamin D 1192.9IU	0%
Calcium 169.0mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 2402.7mg	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: 48.0%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 31.8%