Salmon and Avocado Sushi

Transform your kitchen into a sushi bar with this vibrant Salmon and Avocado Sushi recipe, perfect for sushi lovers and adventurous home chefs alike. This dish combines the buttery richness of sushi-grade salmon, the creamy indulgence of fresh avocado, and perfectly seasoned sushi rice, all wrapped in crispy nori sheets for a restaurant-quality experience at home. Whether you're a sushi-making novice or a seasoned pro, the step-by-step process ensures success with every roll. Ready in under an hour and customizable for your favorite fillings, this sushi is ideal for an impressive appetizer, a fun DIY dinner, or a party-ready platter. Pair with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger for an authentic Japanese dining experience that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup sushi rice
• 1.25 cups water
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 4 sheets nori sheets
• 200 grams fresh salmon, sushi-grade
• 1 avocado
• 0 for serving soy sauce
• 0 for serving wasabi
• 0 for serving pickled ginger

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice in a fine mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 2

Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker or saucepan. If using a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it steam for 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently stir this mixture into the cooked rice, and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 4

While the rice cools, slice the salmon into thin strips and peel and slice the avocado.

Step 5

Place a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and cover it with plastic wrap. Lay one nori sheet, shiny side down, on the mat.

Step 6

With wet fingers to prevent sticking, spread a thin, even layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving about 1 inch of the top edge of the nori uncovered.

Step 7

Place a few salmon strips and avocado slices along the center of the rice-covered nori.

Step 8

Using the bamboo mat, carefully lift the edge nearest you and roll the nori over the filling, pressing gently but firmly. Continue rolling until the free edge of the nori seals the roll. Apply gentle pressure to form a firm roll.

Step 9

Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets, rice, salmon, and avocado.

Step 10

With a sharp knife, slice each roll into bite-sized pieces, wiping the knife with a damp cloth between cuts.

Step 11

Serve the sushi with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(921.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1032.1

Total Fat 49.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 110mg	0%
Sodium 1677.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 15.2g
Protein 52.5g	0%

Vitamin D 1052IU	0%
Calcium 105.5mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1835.4mg	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: 43.3%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 36.4%