High Protein Avocado Sushi Rolls
Elevate your sushi game with these High Protein Avocado Sushi Rolls—perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal! Brimming with fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and golden tofu marinated in soy sauce, these homemade sushi rolls offer an exceptional blend of flavor and texture. The addition of nutrient-packed hemp seeds takes the protein content to the next level, making them ideal for fitness enthusiasts or those looking to add more protein to their diet. Made with fluffy, seasoned sushi rice and crisp cucumber, these rolls are wrapped in nori for a deliciously traditional touch. Easy to customize and fun to prepare, they’re a great option for meal prep or a show-stopping appetizer at your next gathering. Pair with wasabi, pickled ginger, and soy sauce for the ultimate sushi experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sushi rice
- 1.25 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 8 ounces Firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 ripe Avocado
- 4 pieces Nori sheets
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 sliced Red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons Hemp seeds
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice with 1.25 cups of water in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until the water is absorbed. Let it sit covered for 10 minutes off the heat.
Meanwhile, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until dissolved. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and gently fold in the vinegar mixture. Let it cool to room temperature.
While the rice is cooling, press the tofu between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Cut into strips and marinate with soy sauce for 10 minutes.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly pan-fry the tofu strips until golden on all sides. Set aside to cool.
Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice the flesh thinly. Cut the cucumber into julienne strips, and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips.
Lay down a bamboo sushi mat and place one nori sheet on top, shiny side down. Spread about 1/4 of the rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
Sprinkle a tablespoon of hemp seeds evenly over the rice for an added protein boost.
Place a few slices of avocado, cucumber, bell pepper, and tofu strips across the center of the rice.
Using the sushi mat, lift the edge closest to you and start rolling the nori away from you, pressing gently but firmly to create a tight roll. Seal the edge with a little water.
Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.
Use a sharp knife to slice each roll into 8 pieces. Clean the knife with a damp cloth after each slice to achieve clean cuts.
Serve immediately with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.4 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2500 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.6 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 460 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1740 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.
