Veg Sushi
- February 3, 2022
Easy
Servings - 1 (about 4 pieces)
This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious, and simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup sushi rice, uncooked
- 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, julienned
- 1/2 carrot, julienned
- 1/4 red bell pepper, sliced
- 4 sheets nori (seaweed)
- Soy sauce (low-sodium) or tamari for dipping (optional)
Directions:
- Cook the rice: Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a rice cooker or pot. Cook according to package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool slightly.
- Prepare the seasoning: In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar and honey or maple syrup. Gently fold this mixture into the cooled rice.
- Assemble the sushi: Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat covered with plastic wrap. Spread a thin layer of seasoned rice over the nori, leaving a small border at the top. Arrange the avocado, cucumber,
- carrot, and bell pepper in a line along the bottom edge of the rice
- Roll the sushi: Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi tightly from the bottom to the top, pressing firmly as you roll. Seal the edge with a little water.
- Slice and serve: Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 4-6 pieces. Serve with soy sauce or tamari if desired.
Health benefits of the ingredients:
- Sushi rice (uncooked): Provides energy through complex carbohydrates, perfect for a balanced meal.
- Rice vinegar: Aids digestion and may support blood sugar regulation.
- Veggies (sliced avocado, julienned cucumber, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper): Packed with heart-healthy fats, vitamins, and antioxidants, promoting overall health, hydration, and eye health.
- Nori (seaweed): Contains iodine and other nutrients, promoting thyroid health and hydration.
