Vegan Spicy Tuna Sushi Roll

Dive into the bold flavors of these Vegan Spicy Tuna Sushi Rolls, a plant-based twist on the classic sushi favorite. Featuring a savory blend of mashed chickpeas, creamy vegan mayonnaise, zesty sriracha, and nutty sesame oil, this vibrant filling perfectly mimics the texture and spice of traditional tuna. Rolled with tender sushi rice, crisp cucumber, and buttery avocado in sheets of nori, these sushi rolls are as delicious as they are nutritious. Perfect for vegans and sushi enthusiasts alike, this recipe is easy to make at home with simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and served with soy sauce or pickled ginger for dipping, these rolls are a show-stopping appetizer or a light, satisfying meal that everyone will love. Ideal for sushi nights, impress your guests with this creative and spicy plant-based creation!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Cooked chickpeas (canned or freshly cooked)
• 2 tablespoons Vegan mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha
• 0.5 teaspoon Soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 4 sheets Nori sheets
• 0.5 cup Cucumber, julienned
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced
• 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 0 Pickled ginger (optional, for serving)
• 0 Soy sauce (for dipping, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes.

Step 2

While the rice is cooking, prepare the sushi seasoning by mixing rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until dissolved. Once the rice is done, gently fold the seasoning into the warm rice. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 3

In a bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork until they reach a flaky consistency. Stir in vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create the vegan spicy tuna mixture. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 4

Place a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on a bamboo sushi mat or a clean surface. Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, then spread an even layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving about 1 inch of nori uncovered at the top edge.

Step 5

Spread a thin line of the vegan spicy tuna mixture horizontally across the rice, about 1 inch from the bottom edge. Add a few julienned cucumber sticks and avocado slices on top.

Step 6

Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi tightly from the bottom edge, tucking in the filling as you go. Seal the roll by moistening the uncovered nori edge with water and pressing it gently to close.

Step 7

Repeat with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.

Step 8

Using a sharp knife, slice each roll into 6-8 pieces, wiping the blade with a damp cloth between cuts for clean slices.

Step 9

Sprinkle the sliced rolls with toasted sesame seeds and serve with pickled ginger and soy sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1120.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1141.9

Total Fat 44.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 6.8mg	0%
Sodium 3390.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.6g	0%
Total Sugars 22.5g
Protein 33.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 270.3mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 1969.7mg	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: 34.3%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 54.2%