Low-Carb Sushi Rolls (Print)

Fresh veggie and seafood rolls wrapped in nori offer a light, low-carb bite packed with flavor and crunch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large cucumber, peeled and cut into thin strips
02 - 1 medium avocado, peeled and sliced into thin matchsticks
03 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced into thin matchsticks
04 - 1 small red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips

→ Protein

05 - 3.5 ounces cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined (alternatively use smoked salmon or cooked crab meat)

→ Wraps & Fillings

06 - 4 sheets nori seaweed
07 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional, omit for dairy-free)
08 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, preferably Japanese Kewpie (optional)

→ Condiments

09 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
10 - 1 teaspoon wasabi paste (optional)
11 - Pickled ginger, for serving

# How to Cook:

01 - Peel the cucumber and slice lengthwise into thin strips, removing the seedy core. Peel and cut avocado and carrot into thin matchsticks. Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips.
02 - Position one sheet of nori shiny side down on a bamboo sushi rolling mat that has been lined with plastic wrap.
03 - If using, spread a thin layer of cream cheese or mayonnaise on the nori, leaving a 3/4 inch border along the top edge.
04 - Arrange prepared cucumber, avocado, carrot, bell pepper, and shrimp horizontally across the lower third of the nori sheet.
05 - Using the mat, roll the sushi tightly away from you, pressing gently to secure. Moisten the top edge with a small amount of water to seal the roll.
06 - Let the roll rest seam-side down for 2 minutes. Using a sharp, damp knife, slice into 6 to 8 equal pieces.
07 - Arrange on a plate and serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Uses simple, wholesome produce you probably have
  • Ready in under half an hour with zero cooking required
  • Customizable fillings to suit every taste or dietary need
  • Skip the rice so you can enjoy all the classic flavor with lighter results
02 -
  • High protein and low carb so you feel full but not weighed down
  • Gluten-free and dairy-free options make it accessible to more diets
  • Each roll is bursting with vitamins from fresh vegetables
03 -
  • Do not overfill the nori or rolling gets tricky
  • Keeping your knife damp between slices gives you clean neat pieces
  • I learned you can toast the nori for even more savory depth before rolling

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