Low Sodium Spicy Salmon Sushi Roll

Satisfy your sushi cravings guilt-free with this Low Sodium Spicy Salmon Sushi Roll, a healthier twist on a classic Japanese favorite! This recipe features tender sashimi-grade salmon marinated in a zesty mixture of low-sodium soy sauce and sriracha, paired with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and fragrant green onion. Wrapped in nutrient-rich nori and perfectly seasoned sushi rice, each bite delivers a symphony of fresh, bold flavors. Toasted sesame seeds add a nutty crunch, while the optional low-sodium wasabi and pickled ginger provide the perfect finishing touch. Quick and easy to prepare in just under an hour, this homemade sushi roll is flavorful, low in sodium, and ideal for a light lunch, dinner, or snack. Perfectly sliced and served with a side of dipping sauce, it’s both a feast for the eyes and your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Low-sodium soy sauce
• 4 ounces Fresh salmon sashimi-grade
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha (low-sodium or homemade)
• 0.5 medium Avocado
• 0.25 medium Cucumber
• 2 sheets Nori sheets (seaweed)
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon Green onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Wasabi (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Pickled ginger (optional, low-sodium)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Combine the sushi rice and water in a rice cooker or pot, and cook according to the rice package instructions (roughly 15-20 minutes). Once cooked, allow it to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar and sugar until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the warm rice and let it cool completely.

Step 4

While the rice cools, prepare the filling: slice the salmon into thin strips, cut avocado into thin slices, and julienne the cucumber into long thin pieces.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the sriracha and low-sodium soy sauce. Toss the salmon slices in this mixture to coat evenly.

Step 6

Lay a sheet of nori shiny side down on a bamboo sushi mat wrapped in plastic wrap.

Step 7

Spread a thin, even layer of sushi rice over the nori sheet, leaving about 1 inch at the top edge for sealing.

Step 8

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the rice for added flavor.

Step 9

Arrange the salmon strips, avocado slices, cucumber, and green onion in a horizontal line across the center of the rice-covered nori sheet.

Step 10

Using the bamboo mat, gently roll the sushi away from you, tucking the filling tightly with each roll and using the unfilled nori edge to seal the roll. Wet the edge with a little water if needed to ensure it sticks.

Step 11

Repeat the process with the second nori sheet and remaining ingredients.

Step 12

Use a sharp, non-serrated knife to slice each roll into 6-8 pieces, wiping the blade with a damp towel between cuts for clean slices.

Step 13

Serve with a small dish of low-sodium soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger if desired. Enjoy immediately for the freshest flavor!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(795.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	718.0

Total Fat 28.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 62.4mg	0%
Sodium 428.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 33.6g	0%

Vitamin D 596.5IU	0%
Calcium 112.5mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1067.2mg	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: 35.9%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 45.1%