Low Sodium Avocado and Salmon Sushi Roll

Experience the perfect balance of flavor and health with our Low Sodium Avocado and Salmon Sushi Roll recipe, a twist on the classic sushi roll that's light on salt but big on taste. Featuring tender fresh salmon, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, all wrapped in perfectly seasoned sushi rice and nori, this recipe is both nutritious and satisfying. The low-sodium soy sauce ensures you get all the umami flavor without the excess salt, making it a great option for heart-conscious diners. Whether you're a sushi enthusiast or looking to try your hand at Japanese cuisine, these homemade rolls are surprisingly easy to prepare with a few simple techniques, including using a bamboo mat for tight, restaurant-worthy rolls. Ready in under an hour and serving four, they’re perfect as a healthy appetizer or light dinner for sushi lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

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
• 0.5 teaspoons Sugar
• 4 sheets Nori sheets
• 6 ounces Fresh salmon
• 1 whole Avocado
• 1 small Cucumber
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste
• 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming too sticky.

Step 2

Combine the rinsed rice and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 3

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently stir in the rice vinegar and sugar. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

Step 4

Meanwhile, slice the fresh salmon into thin strips. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, peel, and slice thinly. Peel the cucumber, remove seeds, and cut into thin strips.

Step 5

Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface. Place a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on the mat.

Step 6

With damp hands, evenly spread about 1/4 of the sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge.

Step 7

Arrange slices of salmon, avocado, and cucumber along the bottom edge of the rice-covered nori.

Step 8

Carefully roll the sushi using the bamboo mat, applying gentle pressure to keep the roll tight. Seal the edge of the roll with a small amount of water.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make four rolls.

Step 10

With a clean knife, slice each roll into 8 pieces. Serve with a dollop of wasabi paste on the side and the low-sodium soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(972.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	947.8

Total Fat 45.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 93.6mg	0%
Sodium 909.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 5.5g
Protein 47.2g	0%

Vitamin D 969.6IU	0%
Calcium 96.3mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 1776.3mg	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: 43.4%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 36.7%