Low Carb White Fish Nigiri

Transform your sushi night with this innovative Low Carb White Fish Nigiri, a guilt-free twist on a Japanese classic. Instead of traditional sushi rice, this recipe uses tender, nutrient-packed cauliflower rice blended with cream cheese and rice vinegar to create a perfectly sticky, low-carb base. Topped with delicate slices of white fish like snapper, sea bass, or halibut, this dish delivers a light and refreshing flavor profile that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Easy to assemble and brimming with healthy ingredients, this recipe is perfect for health-conscious sushi lovers or anyone following a keto or low-carb lifestyle. Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and a dab of wasabi for an authentic sushi experience that doesn't compromise on taste or nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Cauliflower
• 200 grams White fish (e.g., snapper, sea bass, or halibut)
• 2 tablespoons Cream cheese
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium, optional)
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi (optional)
• 50 grams Pickled ginger (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 sheets Nori sheets (thin strips, optional for decoration)

Directions

Step 1

Break the cauliflower into florets and pulse them in a food processor until they resemble rice grains.

Step 2

Transfer the cauliflower rice to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Allow it to cool slightly.

Step 3

Once cooled, place the cauliflower rice in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower rice with cream cheese, rice vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is sticky and can hold its shape.

Step 5

Slice the white fish into thin pieces, approximately the size of traditional nigiri slices. Ensure the fish is free of skin and bones.

Step 6

Using wet hands, shape the cauliflower mixture into small, oval mounds, about 2 inches long and 1 inch wide.

Step 7

Gently place a slice of white fish over each cauliflower rice mound, pressing slightly to secure it.

Step 8

If desired, decorate with thin strips of nori wrapped around the middle of the nigiri or serve with a small dab of wasabi on top of the fish.

Step 9

Plate the nigiri and serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and additional wasabi on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(787.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	490.3

Total Fat 14.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 130.3mg	0%
Sodium 3354.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 53.0g	0%

Vitamin D 400IU	0%
Calcium 224.3mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 2302.4mg	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: 26.7%

Protein: 42.2%

Carbs: 31.1%