Heart-Healthy Tofu Skin Roll
Delight in the fresh flavors and nutrient-packed goodness of the Heart-Healthy Tofu Skin Roll, a vibrant and satisfying dish perfect for those seeking a wholesome appetizer or light meal. Made with tender tofu skin (yuba sheets) as the wrapper and filled with crisp julienned vegetables like carrot, red bell pepper, and cucumber, along with creamy avocado and fragrant cilantro, this recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious. The rolls are paired with a flavorful low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar dipping sauce that enhances each bite. Quick to prepare, requiring no cooking, this recipe is a perfect choice for a healthy vegan or vegetarian option that’s loaded with vitamins, fiber, and healthy fats. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, these eye-catching rolls are as impressive as they are nourishing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 sheets tofu skin (yuba sheets)
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 small cucumber
- 1 medium avocado
- 2 stalks scallions
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 cups water (for softening tofu skin)
Instructions
Prepare the vegetables by julienning the carrot, red bell pepper, and cucumber into thin strips. Slice the avocado into thin wedges. Finely chop the scallions and fresh cilantro.
In a shallow dish, add 2 cups of warm water and submerge the tofu skin sheets for 2-3 minutes to soften. Once soft, carefully remove and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Lay one sheet of tofu skin flat on a clean surface. Arrange a small portion of the julienned carrot, red bell pepper, cucumber, avocado slices, scallions, and cilantro near the edge closest to you.
Gently roll the tofu skin away from you, tucking in the ingredients to form a tight roll. If the edges are not sealing well, use a small dab of water to help seal the roll.
Repeat the process with the remaining tofu skin sheets and filling ingredients to create 4 rolls in total.
In a small bowl, whisk together low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar to create a dipping sauce.
Slice each tofu skin roll into bite-sized pieces and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for garnish.
Serve immediately with the dipping sauce on the side for a heart-healthy, delicious appetizer or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.9 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1067 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 38.2 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 363 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1727 mg | 37% | |
*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.
