Low Sodium California Rolls
Delight in the flavor and nutrition of homemade Low Sodium California Rolls — a heart-healthy twist on the classic sushi roll! Perfect for those watching their sodium intake, this recipe features fluffy sushi rice lightly seasoned with rice vinegar and sugar, paired with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and low-sodium imitation crab meat, all enveloped in nutrient-rich nori sheets. A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds a nutty crunch, while a side of low-sodium soy sauce offers the perfect dipping companion. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate and no special sushi chef skills required, these California rolls are a fun, wholesome, and beginner-friendly option for sushi enthusiasts. Perfect for light lunches, appetizers, or evening snacks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 small cucumber
- 4 ounces imitation crab meat (low sodium, if available)
- 4 sheets nori sheets
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
Combine the rinsed rice and 1 cup of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
While the rice is cooking, mix the rice vinegar and sugar in a small bowl until the sugar is dissolved.
Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a wooden or glass bowl. Drizzle the vinegar and sugar mixture over the hot rice, gently folding the rice to incorporate. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
Peel the avocado, remove the pit, and slice it into thin strips. Do the same with the cucumber, removing seeds if necessary, and cut it into julienne strips.
Shred the imitation crab meat into thin pieces.
Lay a piece of plastic wrap on a bamboo sushi mat (makisu, but a flat dry towel can work if not available) and place a nori sheet, shiny side down, on the wrap.
Moisten your fingers with a mixture of water and vinegar to prevent sticking, then spread an even layer of rice over the nori sheet, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
Sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds over the rice layer.
Layer the avocado slices, cucumber, and imitation crab meat horizontally across the lower third of the rice.
Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the nori over the filling, applying gentle pressure to keep the roll tight. Continue rolling until the seam is on the bottom.
Use a sharp knife dipped in water to cut the roll into 6 to 8 equal pieces.
Serve immediately with low-sodium soy sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
837 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 2432 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1346 mg | 29% | |
*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.
