Vegetarian Temaki Sushi

Discover the vibrant and customizable flavors of **Vegetarian Temaki Sushi**, a fun and hands-on twist on classic sushi that's perfect for plant-based eaters! This recipe features hand-rolled seaweed cones filled with perfectly seasoned sushi rice and a colorful medley of crisp vegetables like cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, and creamy avocado. For added protein, optional tofu slices bring a satisfying touch. With its approachable preparation—no sushi mat required!—this dish is ideal for casual dinners or interactive gatherings. Served with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi, each bite offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Enjoy making your own sushi masterpiece with this quick and easy recipe, ready in under an hour and sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Sushi rice
• 250 ml Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 5 full sheets Nori sheets (seaweed)
• 1 medium Cucumber, sliced into thin matchsticks
• 1 medium Carrot, sliced into thin matchsticks
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
• 100 grams Tofu, sliced into thin strips (optional)
• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce (for serving)
• 2 tablespoons Pickled ginger (for serving)
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and ensures fluffy rice.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed sushi rice and 250 ml of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed.

Step 3

While the rice cooks, prepare the sushi rice seasoning. In a small bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.

Step 4

Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large, shallow bowl. Pour the rice vinegar seasoning evenly over the rice and gently fold it in with a wooden spoon or rice paddle. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Using kitchen scissors, cut the nori sheets in half to create 10 rectangular sheets.

Step 6

Prepare your filling ingredients by slicing the cucumber, carrot, avocado, red bell pepper, and optional tofu into thin strips. Arrange them on a large platter for easy assembly.

Step 7

To assemble the temaki sushi, place a piece of nori shiny side down on your palm. Add about 1-2 tablespoons of seasoned sushi rice to the top-left corner of the nori and spread it gently without mashing.

Step 8

Layer a few of the vegetable strips (and tofu, if using) diagonally across the rice. Be sure not to overfill to avoid tearing the nori.

Step 9

Fold the bottom left corner of the nori up and over the filling to form a cone shape. Continue rolling until you reach the end of the nori sheet.

Step 10

Seal the cone by placing a small grain of rice on the edge of the nori to act as ‘glue.’ Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.

Step 11

Serve the temaki sushi immediately with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and optional wasabi on the side for dipping and extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1327.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	888.3

Total Fat 28.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5443.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 28.3g
Protein 33.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 553.1mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 2452.5mg	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: 28.4%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 57.0%