Mediterranean Diet Yellowtail Hand Roll

Experience a fresh twist on sushi-inspired cuisine with our Mediterranean Diet Yellowtail Hand Roll. This vibrant, no-cook recipe combines tender, marinated yellowtail fillet with nutrient-packed quinoa, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and juicy cherry tomatoes—all wrapped in a savory nori sheet. Infused with zesty lemon, a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, and a hint of garlic, these hand rolls effortlessly blend Mediterranean flavors with Japanese hand-roll techniques. Perfect as a light lunch or an eye-catching appetizer, these hand rolls deliver bright, wholesome flavors in every bite while staying true to the health-conscious principles of the Mediterranean diet.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Yellowtail fillet
• 4 sheets Nori sheets
• 1 cup Quinoa (cooked and cooled)
• 1 medium Cucumber (thinly sliced into matchsticks)
• 1 medium Avocado (sliced)
• 8 pieces Cherry tomatoes (quartered)
• 1 medium Lemon (zest and juice)
• 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 small Garlic clove (minced)

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the yellowtail fillet into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.

Step 2

In the bowl with the yellowtail, add the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the yellowtail is well-coated in the marinade. Set aside for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 3

Lay out a nori sheet with the shiny side down and the shorter edge facing you.

Step 4

Spread about 1/4 cup of cooked and cooled quinoa on the bottom half of the nori sheet, leaving about 2 cm of space near the edge for rolling.

Step 5

Layer a few slices of cucumber, avocado, and cherry tomatoes on top of the quinoa. Be careful not to overfill the roll.

Step 6

Add some marinated yellowtail pieces on top of the vegetables, followed by a sprinkle of chopped parsley.

Step 7

Carefully roll the nori sheet into a cone shape, ensuring the filling stays securely inside. Use a small dab of water on the edge of the nori to seal the roll.

Step 8

Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients to make four hand rolls in total.

Step 9

Serve immediately with a side of lemon wedges for extra brightness if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1066.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1004.8

Total Fat 50.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 110mg	0%
Sodium 1385.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 11.7g
Protein 68.1g	0%

Vitamin D 400IU	0%
Calcium 192.5mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2910.5mg	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: 43.1%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 31.2%