Low Sodium Classic California Sushi Roll

Delight in the fresh flavors of a Japanese favorite with this Low Sodium Classic California Sushi Roll recipe, perfect for sushi lovers watching their sodium intake. This easy-to-follow, homemade sushi roll features tender sushi rice, seasoned with a hint of rice vinegar and sugar, paired with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and low sodium imitation crab sticks, all wrapped in nutrient-rich nori. Topped with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture and served with low sodium soy sauce for dipping, these rolls are as visually appealing as they are delicious. With simple preparation techniques and a balanced mix of flavors, this recipe is an ideal choice for a healthy lunch, light dinner, or impressing guests at your next gathering. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a fun and satisfying way to bring authentic sushi-making into your own kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 4 sheets Nori sheets
• 8 sticks Imitation crab sticks, low sodium
• 1 medium Cucumber, julienned
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds, toasted

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes. Then remove from heat and let it steam for another 10 minutes.

Step 4

While rice is cooking, combine rice vinegar and granulated sugar in a small bowl. Mix until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 5

Once the rice is ready, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar-sugar mixture until the rice is evenly coated. Allow this to cool to room temperature.

Step 6

Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and place a sheet of nori on top with the shiny side down.

Step 7

Spread about 1/4 of the prepared sushi rice evenly over the nori sheet, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.

Step 8

Place 2 imitation crab sticks, several cucumber sticks, and slices of avocado horizontally on the bottom third of the rice-covered nori.

Step 9

Lift the edge of the bamboo mat closest to you, and gently roll it over the fillings, pressing tightly to form a compact roll. Continue rolling until the free end of the nori sheet sticks to seal the roll.

Step 10

Repeat the process with remaining nori sheets and fillings.

Step 11

Once all rolls are assembled, use a sharp knife to cut each roll into 8 even pieces, wiping the blade with a damp cloth between cuts to prevent sticking.

Step 12

Sprinkle the sliced sushi rolls with toasted sesame seeds.

Step 13

Serve the rolls with low sodium soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1066.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	942.0

Total Fat 33.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 44.8mg	0%
Sodium 1915.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 30.6g
Protein 32.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 292.8mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 1591.3mg	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: 30.8%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 55.7%