How to Make the Perfect Avocado Cucumber Sushi Rolls
Japanese · Medium · 50 min · 4 servings
These homemade avocado cucumber sushi rolls are a fun and rewarding project that results in fresh restaurant-quality rolls at a fraction of the cost. They are completely vegan and perfect for beginners learning to roll sushi at home.
Why this recipe works
This Avocado Cucumber Sushi Rolls recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 50 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 340 calories with 6g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 cups sushi rice uncooked
- 4 sheets nori seaweed sheets
- 2 whole ripe avocados thinly sliced
- 1 whole English cucumber julienned
- 3 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce for serving
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Cook and Season the Rice
Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, transfer to a wide bowl and gently fold in the rice wine vinegar and a pinch of sugar and salt using a wooden spoon. Fan the rice as you mix to help it cool quickly to room temperature.
Step 2: Prep the Fillings
Halve the avocados and slice the flesh into thin long strips. Cut the cucumber into thin julienned strips about the same length as the nori sheets. Having everything ready before rolling makes the process much smoother.
Step 3: Roll the Sushi
Place a nori sheet shiny side down on a bamboo mat. With wet hands, spread an even thin layer of rice across the nori leaving a 2 centimeter border at the top edge. Arrange avocado and cucumber strips along the bottom third of the rice then roll tightly using the mat, sealing the edge with a little water.
Step 4: Slice and Serve
Use a sharp wet knife to cut each roll into 8 even pieces using a gentle sawing motion. Arrange on a plate and serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- sushi rice → cauliflower rice for a low-carb keto-friendly option though the texture will differ
- nori sheets → soy paper for a milder flavor that some people prefer over seaweed
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Applying too much rice to the nori which makes the rolls too thick to close properly
- Cutting the rolls with a dull knife which crushes and squishes the carefully constructed roll
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 340 calories, 6g protein, 62g carbs, 8g fat, 5g fiber.
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