Mediterranean Diet Classic Sushi Rolls
Elevate your sushi game with these vibrant and wholesome Mediterranean Diet Classic Sushi Rolls, a fusion of Japanese technique and Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for a light, nutritious meal or a dazzling appetizer, these rolls combine fluffy sushi rice seasoned with rice vinegar and a touch of olive oil, layered atop nori sheets. They're filled with a refreshing medley of julienned cucumber, red bell pepper, and carrot, complemented by Mediterranean staples like creamy feta cheese, briny Kalamata olives, fresh spinach, and a generous swipe of hummus. Each roll offers a satisfying bite that's rich in color, texture, and taste, all while adhering to the principles of the Mediterranean diet. Quick to prepare in under 40 minutes, these sushi rolls are perfect for health-conscious foodies and make an elegant, crowd-pleasing dish. Serve with extra hummus for dipping, and experience sushi with a Mediterranean twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sushi rice
- 1.25 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 4 pieces Nori sheets
- 1 small, julienned Cucumber
- 1 small, julienned Red bell pepper
- 1 small, julienned Carrot
- 0.5 cup, crumbled Feta cheese
- 0.25 cup, pitted and sliced Kalamata olives
- 1 cup Fresh spinach leaves
- 0.5 cup Hummus
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. Drain well.
Combine the rinsed rice and water in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the rice from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and transfer it to a large bowl.
In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, olive oil, and salt. Drizzle this mixture over the rice and gently fold until the rice is well-coated. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
Lay one nori sheet, shiny side down, on a bamboo sushi mat covered with plastic wrap.
Gently and evenly spread a thin layer of the cooled sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge.
Spread a thin line of hummus horizontally across the rice, about one-third of the way up from the bottom edge.
Layer some cucumber, red bell pepper, carrot, crumbled feta, sliced olives, and a few spinach leaves evenly over the hummus.
Using your fingers, carefully lift the edge of the sushi mat closest to you, and start rolling the nori over the fillings. Use gentle pressure to keep the roll tight as you roll away from you.
When you reach the end, dab a little water on the edge of the nori to seal the roll.
Transfer the roll to a cutting board and use a sharp knife to slice it into 6-8 pieces. Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts to prevent sticking.
Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.
Serve the sushi rolls immediately with additional hummus for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.2 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2850 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.0 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 29.5 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 577 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1255 mg | 27% | |
*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.
