Sugar-Free Avocado and Cucumber Sushi Roll

Indulge in a clean-eating twist on a beloved classic with these Sugar-Free Avocado and Cucumber Sushi Rolls—a perfect fusion of flavor and nutrition. Featuring creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and perfectly seasoned sushi rice wrapped in a delicate nori sheet, this recipe skips the sugar while delivering bold, refreshing flavors. The sushi rice is prepared with just rice vinegar and a pinch of salt for a light, tangy base. A touch of homemade wasabi adds a customizable kick, and the recipe comes together with minimal effort, making it ideal for sushi lovers of all skill levels. Ready in under an hour and packed with wholesome ingredients, this vegan-friendly sushi roll is a delightful option for healthy lunches, light dinners, or entertaining guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup sushi rice
• 1.5 cups water
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 large avocado
• 1 medium cucumber
• 4 sheets nori (seaweed sheets)
• 1 teaspoon wasabi powder
• 1 teaspoon water

Directions

Step 1

Start by rinsing the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.

Step 2

Combine the rinsed sushi rice with 1.5 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed.

Step 4

While the rice is cooking, mix 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar and 0.5 teaspoons of salt in a small bowl and set aside.

Step 5

Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl. Gradually fold in the vinegar and salt mixture with a wooden spatula. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

Step 6

Prepare the filling by slicing the avocado in half, removing the pit, and slicing each half into long strips.

Step 7

Peel the cucumber and cut it into thin, long strips (julienne style) to match the size of the avocado slices.

Step 8

In a separate small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of wasabi powder with 1 teaspoon of water to make a paste.

Step 9

Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down. With wet hands, spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border on the top edge.

Step 10

Add a small line of wasabi paste in the center of the rice, if desired.

Step 11

Place a couple of avocado strips and cucumber strips horizontally across the middle of the rice.

Step 12

Use the bamboo mat to carefully roll the sushi away from you, applying gentle pressure to seal. Continue until the rice and fillings are tightly rolled together in the nori.

Step 13

Use a sharp knife to slice the roll into approximately 8 equal pieces. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

Step 14

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(991.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	648.3

Total Fat 30.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1262.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 4.7g
Protein 12.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 104.7mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1405.3mg	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: 40.8%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 52.0%