High Protein Cooked Salmon Avocado Sushi
Elevate your sushi night with this High Protein Cooked Salmon Avocado Sushi recipe, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and bold flavors! Featuring tender oven-baked salmon glazed with a sweet and savory honey-soy marinade, creamy slices of ripe avocado, and perfectly seasoned sushi rice, this recipe is a nutritious twist on classic sushi rolls. Wrapped in crisp nori sheets and topped with toasted sesame seeds for added texture, each bite is brimming with protein and layers of mouthwatering goodness. Ideal for meal prep or impressing guests, these sushi rolls are simple to assemble and pair beautifully with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi. Ready in under an hour, this recipe will turn homemade sushi into your new favorite high-protein indulgence!
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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 salmon fillet
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large avocado
- 4 pieces nori sheets
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Microwave for 30 seconds and stir until the sugar dissolves. Pour the mixture over the cooked rice and gently fold until combined. Let the rice cool to room temperature.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the salmon fillet on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, and garlic powder, then brush the mixture over the salmon.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Let it cool slightly, then break it into bite-sized pieces.
Peel and pit the avocado, then slice it into thin strips.
Place a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and cover it with plastic wrap to prevent sticking. Lay a nori sheet, shiny side down, on the mat.
With damp fingers, spread a thin layer of the seasoned rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge.
Arrange pieces of cooked salmon and avocado slices across the center of the rice.
Gently lift the edge of the bamboo mat closest to you and start rolling the sushi tightly. Use the mat to shape the roll as you go, pressing to secure.
Once rolled, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top, if desired.
Using a sharp knife, cut the roll into 8 equal pieces. Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.
Serve the sushi with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1463 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.0 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 156 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 3132 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.1 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.3 g | ||
| Protein | 74.7 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 31.1 mcg | 155% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2470 mg | 53% | |
*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.
