Sugar-Free Classic Salmon Sushi Rolls

Elevate your homemade sushi game with these Sugar-Free Classic Salmon Sushi Rolls, a wholesome and flavorful take on a beloved Japanese dish. This recipe combines perfectly seasoned sushi rice with fresh, sushi-grade salmon, crisp cucumber, and creamy avocado, all wrapped in nutrient-rich nori seaweed. By swapping out traditional sweetened rice vinegar for a simple salt-and-vinegar mix, these delicious rolls remain completely sugar-free, making them a healthier option without sacrificing authentic taste. Ideal for anyone looking to craft restaurant-quality sushi in their own kitchen, this recipe is surprisingly simple, thanks to step-by-step guidance and straightforward ingredients. Roll, slice, and serve with a touch of wasabi and optional soy sauce for a sophisticated, fuss-free meal that’s ready in under an hour. Perfect for sushi enthusiasts and health-conscious foodies alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

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
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 4 sheets nori seaweed sheets
• 8 ounces fresh sushi-grade salmon
• 0.5 cucumber
• 1 avocado
• 1 teaspoon wasabi paste
• 0 soy sauce (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.

Step 2

Combine the rice and 1.25 cups of water in a medium saucepan and let it soak for 30 minutes.

Step 3

Bring the rice to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Cook for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar and salt until the salt dissolves.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked rice to a large mixing bowl. Gently fold in the vinegar mixture with a wooden spatula, ensuring the rice is well-coated. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.

Step 7

While the rice is cooling, cut the salmon into 1/4-inch thick strips.

Step 8

Peel and slice the cucumber into long, thin strips. Halve, pit, and thinly slice the avocado.

Step 9

Place a nori sheet, shiny side down, on a bamboo sushi mat.

Step 10

Wet your fingers to prevent rice from sticking, then spread about 1/2 cup of rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.

Step 11

Spread a small amount of wasabi paste across the rice near the bottom edge.

Step 12

Arrange a few strips of salmon, cucumber, and avocado over the wasabi.

Step 13

Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, applying gentle pressure to ensure a tight roll.

Step 14

Seal the roll by moistening the top border of the nori with water.

Step 15

Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.

Step 16

Using a sharp knife moistened with water, slice each roll into 6-8 pieces.

Step 17

Serve the sushi rolls with soy sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(999.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1046.9

Total Fat 53.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 124.7mg	0%
Sodium 2569.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 2.9g
Protein 58.6g	0%

Vitamin D 1192.9IU	0%
Calcium 90.7mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1912.0mg	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: 46.4%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 31.2%