Low Sodium Temaki Sushi

Discover a healthier twist on a Japanese favorite with this Low Sodium Temaki Sushi recipe, perfect for anyone looking to enjoy fresh, flavorful sushi while keeping sodium levels in check. This hand-rolled sushi features tender sushi rice lightly seasoned with rice vinegar and sugar, wrapped in crisp nori sheets and filled with vibrant, nutrient-rich ingredients like julienned cucumber, carrot, creamy avocado, fresh greens, cooked shrimp, and unsalted chicken breast. Ideal for a fun DIY meal or a casual dinner with friends, these sushi cones are as customizable as they are delicious. Serve them with optional low sodium soy sauce for dipping, and enjoy the perfect balance of taste and health in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce (optional for dipping)
• 4 sheets Nori sheets (seaweed)
• 0.5 cup Cucumber, julienned
• 0.5 cup Carrot, julienned
• 1 whole Avocado, sliced
• 4 ounces Cooked shrimp, sliced thinly
• 4 ounces Cooked, sliced chicken breast (unsalted)
• 0.5 cup Fresh arugula or baby spinach

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice in cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch for a better texture.

Step 2

Add the rinsed sushi rice and 1.25 cups of water to a rice cooker or pot. Cook according to the rice cooker instructions or bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed.

Step 3

Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large mixing bowl and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

In a small microwave-safe dish, combine the rice vinegar and sugar. Microwave for 10-15 seconds, then stir until the sugar dissolves.

Step 5

Drizzle the vinegar mixture over the warm rice and gently fold with a wooden spoon or spatula to combine. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.

Step 6

Cut each nori sheet in half to create 8 smaller rectangles.

Step 7

Prepare your fillings by slicing the cucumber, carrot, avocado, shrimp, and chicken into thin, easy-to-roll pieces. Arrange them along with the fresh arugula or baby spinach on a platter.

Step 8

To assemble the temaki, place one small nori sheet shiny side down in the palm of your hand.

Step 9

Spread a thin layer of seasoned sushi rice diagonally across one corner of the nori sheet, leaving a border at the edges.

Step 10

Layer a small selection of fillings—cucumber, carrot, avocado, shrimp, chicken, and greens—on top of the rice.

Step 11

Roll the nori sheet into a cone shape, starting from the rice-filled corner and wrapping it around the fillings. Use a grain of rice or a small dab of water to seal the edge.

Step 12

Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Serve immediately with optional low sodium soy sauce for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1177.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	966.7

Total Fat 28.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 318.8mg	0%
Sodium 1570.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 79.2g	0%

Vitamin D 202.8IU	0%
Calcium 225.2mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 2230.1mg	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: 26.6%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 40.7%