Low Sodium Salmon Avocado Roll
Indulge in a flavorful twist on a sushi classic with our Low Sodium Salmon Avocado Roll recipe! Perfect for those seeking heart-healthy options, this recipe combines tender low sodium smoked salmon, creamy ripe avocado, and crisp cucumber, all wrapped in unsalted nori sheets with perfectly seasoned sushi rice. The rice is gently infused with a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar, and low sodium soy sauce, creating a delicate balance of flavor without excess sodium. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, these homemade sushi rolls are great for light lunches, impressive appetizers, or a fun dinner idea. Easy to prepare in under an hour, these rolls are packed with nutrients while delivering a satisfying taste that's perfect for health-conscious sushi lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sushi rice
- 1.25 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Low sodium soy sauce
- 4 sheets Unsalted nori seaweed sheets
- 4 ounces Low sodium smoked salmon
- 1 unit Medium ripe avocado
- 1 unit Cucumber
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and 1.25 cups of water. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and low sodium soy sauce until the sugar is dissolved.
Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture using a wooden spoon or rice paddle. Let it cool to room temperature.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice the flesh lengthwise into thin strips.
Peel and deseed the cucumber, then cut it into long, thin strips.
Place a sushi rolling mat on a clean surface and lay a sheet of nori on the mat, shiny side down.
Wet your fingers with water to prevent sticking and spread about 1/4 of the seasoned sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge.
Arrange 1 ounce of low sodium smoked salmon, a few avocado slices, and cucumber strips in a line along the bottom edge of the rice.
Using the sushi mat, roll the nori over the filling tightly, continuing to roll until the entire sheet is rolled up, wetting the top edge to seal the roll.
Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make a total of 4 rolls.
To serve, cut each roll into 6-8 pieces using a sharp knife. Wet the knife with water to prevent sticking.
Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top of the rolls and serve with additional low sodium soy sauce as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
817 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1034 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.4 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.3 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.1 mcg | 51% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1936 mg | 41% | |
*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.
