Vegetarian Classic Ahi Poke

Experience the fresh, vibrant flavors of the ocean without the seafood with this Vegetarian Classic Ahi Poke recipe, a creative twist on the traditional Hawaiian dish! Juicy watermelon takes center stage as a plant-based alternative to ahi tuna, soaking up a flavorful marinade of soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar with a hint of heat from red chili flakes. Served over a bed of fluffy sushi rice and topped with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and nori strips, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds, lime juice, and fresh green onions, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for a light, refreshing meal that captures all the umami-packed goodness of poke in a vegetarian-friendly way. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or as a stunning addition to your next dinner spread!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g watermelon
• 60 ml soy sauce
• 15 ml sesame oil
• 15 ml rice vinegar
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 sheet nori sheets
• 1 unit ripe avocado
• 400 g cooked sushi rice
• 1 unit cucumber
• 1 unit lime
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

Cut the watermelon into 1-inch cubes, removing any seeds.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and red chili flakes to create the marinade.

Step 3

Add the watermelon cubes to the marinade, gently tossing to ensure each piece is well coated. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.

Step 4

While the watermelon is marinating, slice the green onions thinly and set aside.

Step 5

Cut the cucumber into thin slices and set aside.

Step 6

Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and slice the flesh into thin strips.

Step 7

Cut the nori sheet into thin strips using scissors or a sharp knife.

Step 8

Prepare the serving bowls by adding a base of cooked sushi rice.

Step 9

Top each bowl with marinated watermelon, cucumber slices, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of green onions.

Step 10

Garnish each bowl with toasted sesame seeds, nori strips, and a pinch of salt.

Step 11

Squeeze lime juice over each bowl right before serving for a fresh, zesty finish.

Step 12

Serve immediately, enjoying the textures and flavors of this vibrant vegetarian poke.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1551.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1194.4

Total Fat 42.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2539.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 38.9g
Protein 26.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 274.1mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 2334.4mg	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: 30.2%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 61.4%