Mediterranean Diet Alaska Roll
Elevate your sushi game with this Mediterranean Diet Alaska Roll, a creative fusion of traditional Japanese techniques and vibrant Mediterranean flavors. This recipe brings together sushi-grade salmon, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and a zesty mixture of feta cheese, dill, and lemon zest, all wrapped in nutrient-packed nori and seasoned sushi rice. Perfectly balanced with a hint of olive oil and served with soy sauce for dipping, this dish is as refreshing as it is satisfying. Ready in under an hour, these sushi rolls are a delicious and healthy choice, packed with Omega-3s, fresh vegetables, and bold, tangy flavors—a perfect centerpiece for Mediterranean diet enthusiasts and sushi lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1.25 cups water
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 4 sheets nori sheets
- 4 ounces salmon (sushi-grade)
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 medium avocado
- 2 tablespoons feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Instructions
Begin by rinsing the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice with 1.25 cups of water in a pot and bring to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until all water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
In a small saucepan, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat gently and stir until sugar dissolves. Mix this vinegar mixture into the cooked rice evenly. Allow rice to cool to room temperature.
While the rice cools, prepare the fillings. Cut the salmon into thin strips, peel and slice the cucumber into long thin strips, and slice the avocado.
In a small bowl, mix the feta cheese with chopped fresh dill, lemon zest, and a teaspoon of olive oil to create a creamy filling.
Lay a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down. Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking and spread about 1/4 of the rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
Arrange a strip of salmon, a few cucumber strips, avocado slices, and a spoonful of the feta cheese mixture across the center of the rice.
Using the bamboo mat, roll the nori over the fillings, pressing gently to keep everything in place. Roll until reaching the other edge, using the border to seal the roll.
Repeat the process for the remaining nori sheets and fillings.
Slice each roll into 8 pieces with a sharp, damp knife. Serve with soy sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.1 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 2744 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.6 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 40.1 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.0 mcg | 75% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1852 mg | 39% | |
*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.
