Soy-Free Black Sesame Seed Sushi Roll

Elevate your sushi night with this Soy-Free Black Sesame Seed Sushi Roll, a wholesome and visually stunning take on classic maki rolls. This recipe marries tender sushi rice, seasoned with a delicate blend of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, with crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and sweet carrot for a vibrant, plant-based filling. Topped with a sprinkle of nutty black sesame seeds and rolled in nori sheets, these sushi rolls offer layers of flavor and texture in every bite—all without soy! Perfect for those with dietary restrictions or anyone seeking a unique sushi experience, these rolls are easy to prepare at home in under an hour. Serve alongside wasabi and pickled ginger for the ultimate sushi indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Short-grain sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 4 sheets Nori sheets
• 1 small Cucumber
• 1 medium Avocado
• 1 small Carrot
• 2 tablespoons Black sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste
• 2 tablespoons Pickled ginger

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes.

Step 2

Remove the rice from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes to finish steaming.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Microwave until the sugar and salt dissolve, about 30 seconds. Stir this mixture into the cooked rice, folding gently to season evenly. Allow to cool to room temperature.

Step 4

Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables: Peel the cucumber and carrot, then cut them into thin strips. Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and slice the flesh into strips.

Step 5

Lay a piece of plastic wrap over a bamboo sushi mat to keep it clean. Place a sheet of nori on the plastic wrap, shiny side down.

Step 6

Spread a thin, even layer of seasoned rice over the nori, leaving about an inch bare at the top edge. Sprinkle a generous amount of black sesame seeds over the rice.

Step 7

Arrange strips of cucumber, carrot, and avocado across the rice, about one-third of the way up from the bottom edge of the nori.

Step 8

Use the bamboo mat to roll the sushi away from you, applying gentle but even pressure. Seal the roll by moistening the edge of the nori with a little water.

Step 9

Continue rolling the remaining nori sheets in the same manner.

Step 10

Using a sharp knife, cut each roll into six to eight pieces. Wipe the blade between cuts for clean slices.

Step 11

Serve the sushi rolls with wasabi paste and pickled ginger on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(908.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	727.5

Total Fat 32.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1787.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 17.9g
Protein 14.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 311.5mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 1282.8mg	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: 38.6%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 53.9%