High Protein Salmon and Avocado Sushi Roll
Elevate your sushi night with this High Protein Salmon and Avocado Sushi Roll, a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic favorite! This recipe blends premium sushi rice enriched with unflavored protein powder, fresh slices of salmon, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, all wrapped in delicate nori sheets. With its high-protein content and healthy fats, this sushi roll is perfect for fitness enthusiasts or anyone looking to enjoy a wholesome meal without sacrificing flavor. Crafted with easy-to-follow steps, including a simple homemade sushi rice seasoning, these rolls are as fun to make as they are to eat. Serve them with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger for the ultimate restaurant-quality experience at home. Perfect for sushi lovers seeking a protein-packed, flavorful recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sushi rice
- 1.5 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Protein powder (unflavored)
- 4 sheets Nori sheets
- 200 grams Fresh salmon, sliced
- 1 large Avocado
- 1 medium Cucumber
- Soy sauce
- Wasabi
- Pickled ginger
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, combine the sushi rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and all the water is absorbed.
In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold the vinegar mixture and protein powder into the cooked rice using a wooden spatula. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface. Place a sheet of nori on the mat, shiny side down.
With slightly dampened hands, spread about 1/4 of the prepared rice mixture evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge.
Place a few slices of salmon and avocado, and a strip of cucumber in a line across the center of the rice.
Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi tightly from the bottom up to encase the filling. Use the exposed edge of the nori to seal the roll by slightly moistening it with water.
Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and filling ingredients.
Using a sharp knife, slice each roll into 6-8 pieces. Wipe the blade with a damp cloth between cuts to ensure clean slices.
Serve the sushi rolls with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.5 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 112 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 1711 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.5 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 66.0 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 26.3 mcg | 132% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2422 mg | 52% | |
*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.
