Veggie Sushi Rolls Recipe
Who says sushi has to involve fish? These Veggie Sushi Rolls bring all the fun, flavor, and fancy vibes—without any questionable seafood. Crunchy veggies, creamy avocado, and perfectly seasoned rice come together in a nori-wrapped bite of deliciousness. They’re fresh, colorful, and surprisingly easy to make at home. No need to be a sushi chef—just roll, slice, and pretend you’re dining at a high-end Japanese spot. Whether it’s a light lunch, a fun dinner, or an excuse to play with chopsticks, these rolls deliver. Ready to roll? Let’s do this!
Veggie Sushi Rolls Recipe
Fresh, colorful, and easy-to-make sushi rolls packed with crisp veggies, creamy avocado, and seasoned rice, wrapped in nori.
Ingredients
For the Sushi Rice:
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
For the Rolls:
- 4 nori sheets
- ½ avocado sliced
- ½ cucumber julienned
- ½ carrot julienned
- ½ red bell pepper thinly sliced
- ¼ cup tofu strips optional
For Serving:
- Soy sauce
- Pickled ginger
- Wasabi
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Rinse sushi rice until water runs clear. Cook with water until tender. Stir in vinegar, sugar, and salt. Let it cool.
- Prep the Veggies: Slice the avocado, cucumber, carrot, and bell pepper into thin strips. Keep them ready for rolling.
- Assemble the Rolls: Place a nori sheet on a bamboo mat, shiny side down. Spread an even layer of rice, leaving 1 inch at the top.
- Add Fillings: Arrange veggies and tofu (if using) in a horizontal line near the bottom edge of the rice.
- Roll it Up: Using the bamboo mat, roll the sushi tightly while applying gentle pressure. Seal the edge with a little water.
- Slice & Serve: Cut the roll into bite-sized pieces using a sharp, damp knife. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 20%
- Folate: 15%
- Iron: 10%
- Potassium: 12%
- Magnesium: 8%
Tips for Perfect Sushi Rolls
- Use wet hands to prevent rice from sticking while spreading.
- Slice with a sharp knife dipped in water for clean cuts.
- Mix and match veggies for extra variety.
