Low Sodium Avocado Rolls

Elevate your sushi game with these Low Sodium Avocado Rolls—simple, fresh, and perfect for a heart-healthy lifestyle! This flavorful recipe features creamy ripe avocado, crisp cucumber matchsticks, and fluffy sushi rice seasoned with a hint of rice vinegar and sugar, all wrapped in nutrient-rich nori sheets. Topped with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture and nuttiness, these rolls are a deliciously low-sodium alternative to traditional sushi, making them ideal for those watching their sodium intake. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re perfect for a light lunch, an elegant appetizer, or a fun DIY sushi night at home. Serve with low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for a guilt-free dipping option, and enjoy a wholesome, plant-based delight that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 4 sheets Nori sheets
• 2 large Ripe avocado
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then combine it with 1.25 cups of water in a medium saucepan.

Step 2

Bring the rice and water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. After cooking, let the rice sit covered for another 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice with a wooden spatula to avoid smashing the grains. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.

Step 4

Peel and pit the avocados, then slice them into thin strips. Peel and cut the cucumber into thin matchsticks.

Step 5

Place a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and lay a nori sheet on top, shiny side down.

Step 6

With dampened fingers, spread a quarter of the sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving 1 inch of nori at the top uncovered.

Step 7

Arrange avocado slices and cucumber along the edge closest to you.

Step 8

Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the nori over the fillings, pressing gently but firmly. Moisten the uncoated edge of the nori with a little water to seal the roll.

Step 9

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the roll.

Step 10

Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.

Step 11

With a sharp knife, cut each roll into 6-8 pieces. Clean the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for neat slices.

Step 12

Serve the avocado rolls immediately, optionally with low sodium soy sauce or tamari for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1147.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1070.4

Total Fat 66.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 148.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.1g	0%
Total Sugars 8.6g
Protein 19.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 257.8mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 2570.9mg	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: 53.0%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 40.2%