Sugar-Free Maki Rolls

Dive into the delightful simplicity of Sugar-Free Maki Rolls, a lighter, wholesome twist on classic sushi that's free of added sugars. Perfect for health-conscious sushi lovers, this recipe combines fluffy sushi rice infused with rice vinegar and salt, layered onto nutrient-rich nori sheets. Fresh, vibrant vegetables like crunchy cucumber, crisp carrot, and creamy avocado serve as the flavorful filling, making these rolls both satisfying and nutritious. The step-by-step process includes easy rolling techniques and beginner-friendly instructions, ensuring every slice is picture-perfect. Serve alongside soy sauce and an optional kick of wasabi for a customizable, restaurant-quality experience at home. Ready in under an hour, these maki rolls are ideal for a fun dinner, meal prep, or entertaining guests. Healthy, delicious, and sugar-free, these maki rolls redefine guilt-free indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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 sheets
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Avocado
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice in cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 2

Combine the rinsed rice and 1.25 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and cover. Cook for 18-20 minutes, until the water is absorbed.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently mix in the rice vinegar and salt using a wooden spoon or rice paddle. Allow it to cool to room temperature.

Step 5

While the rice is cooling, peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds. Slice the cucumber into thin strips.

Step 6

Peel the carrot and slice it into thin, matchstick-sized strips.

Step 7

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice the flesh lengthwise into strips.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Spread a thin layer of rice evenly over the nori, leaving about 1 inch of the top edge uncovered.

Step 10

Arrange a few strips of cucumber, carrot, and avocado horizontally across the center of the rice.

Step 11

Using the sushi mat, carefully roll the nori over the filling, pressing gently to create a cylindrical shape. Continue rolling to seal the edge.

Step 12

Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make additional rolls.

Step 13

Use a sharp knife to slice each roll into bite-sized pieces, wiping the blade with a damp cloth between cuts to prevent sticking.

Step 14

Serve with soy sauce and wasabi paste on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1012.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	647.8

Total Fat 24.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3699.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 6.9g
Protein 18.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 134.3mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1674.8mg	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: 32.4%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 56.7%