Dairy-Free California Roll Sushi
Elevate your homemade sushi game with this Dairy-Free California Roll Sushi recipe, a crowd-pleasing classic that’s perfect for those avoiding dairy while indulging in fresh and vibrant flavors. Featuring fluffy seasoned sushi rice, creamy avocado slices, crisp cucumber, and imitation crab, all wrapped in toasted nori sheets, this dish delivers the perfect balance of textures and tastes. With sesame seeds adding a subtle nutty crunch and soy sauce on the side for dipping, these rolls are a deliciously satisfying option for sushi enthusiasts. Crafted in just under an hour, this recipe is ideal for a fun cooking adventure or a healthy, dairy-free appetizer for your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sushi rice
- 1.25 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 4 pieces Nori sheets
- 8 pieces Imitation crab sticks
- 1 large Ripe avocado
- 0.5 medium Cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- Soy sauce for serving
Instructions
Start by rinsing 1 cup of sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
Combine the rinsed rice and 1.25 cups of water in a rice cooker or medium saucepan. Cook according to rice cooker instructions or bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15-18 minutes until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
Once cooked, let the rice sit covered for 10 minutes, then spread it out on a large plate or baking dish to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Microwave for about 30 seconds and stir until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
Mix the vinegar solution into the warm rice, gently folding it in while fanning the rice to cool quickly. Set aside to cool further to room temperature.
Prepare the fillings by slicing the ripe avocado in half, removing the pit, and cutting the flesh into thin strips. Peel and julienne the cucumber.
Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and lay a sheet of plastic wrap over it. Place a nori sheet on top, shiny side down.
Moisten your hands to prevent sticking and spread about 3/4 cup of prepared sushi rice over the nori, leaving about a 1-inch border on top. Sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon of sesame seeds evenly over the rice.
Carefully flip the nori so that the rice is facing down on the plastic wrap. Line 2 imitation crab sticks, avocado slices, and cucumber strips horizontally across the bottom edge of the nori.
Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, using gentle pressure to keep it firm. Once rolled, give it a gentle squeeze to ensure it holds together.
Use a sharp knife to slice the roll into 6-8 equal pieces. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make additional rolls.
Serve the dairy-free California rolls with soy sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.5 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 3840 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.8 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 33.1 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1715 mg | 36% | |
*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.
