Vegetable Sushi

Master the art of homemade Vegetable Sushi with this colorful and flavorful recipe that’s perfect for sushi lovers of all skill levels! This plant-based delight combines fluffy, perfectly seasoned sushi rice with crisp cucumber, sweet carrot matchsticks, and creamy avocado, all wrapped in umami-packed nori sheets. Featuring step-by-step instructions, this recipe ensures your sushi rolls are tightly rolled and beautifully presented every time. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a creative cooking night at home, these vegetarian sushi rolls are ideal for customizing with your favorite fillings. Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and a dab of wasabi for a restaurant-quality experience. Ready in just 60 minutes, this recipe promises a delicious, healthy alternative to takeout sushi, perfect for impressing family and friends!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup sushi rice
• 1.25 cups water
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 5 sheets nori sheets
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 large carrot
• 1 medium avocado
• 0 to taste soy sauce
• 0 to serve pickled ginger
• 0 to serve wasabi

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch for a fluffy texture.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed sushi rice and 1.25 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.

Step 4

Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 additional minutes to steam.

Step 5

While the rice is cooking, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until dissolved.

Step 6

Transfer cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture with a spatula, allowing the rice to cool to room temperature.

Step 7

Meanwhile, peel and cut the cucumber and carrot into thin matchsticks. Slice the avocado thinly.

Step 8

Place a bamboo sushi mat (covered with plastic wrap for easy cleaning) on a flat surface.

Step 9

Lay a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on the mat.

Step 10

Using moistened hands, spread a thin layer of sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge uncovered.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Carefully lift the edge of the mat closest to you and begin rolling it away from you, using gentle pressure to form a tight cylinder around the filling.

Step 13

Once rolled, apply gentle pressure to seal the edge of the nori.

Step 14

Repeat with the remaining nori sheets and ingredients.

Step 15

Using a sharp knife, moistened with water, slice each roll into bite-sized pieces.

Step 16

Serve immediately with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1107.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	730.1

Total Fat 23.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6205.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 21.5g
Protein 22.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 174.4mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1954.6mg	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: 28.2%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 59.9%