Mediterranean Diet Cucumber Sushi Roll
Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean Diet Cucumber Sushi Roll recipe—a no-cook, gluten-free, and low-carb dish bursting with the bold flavors of the Mediterranean. Crisp cucumber slices take the place of traditional sushi rice, forming delicate rolls filled with creamy avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red bell pepper. A zesty mixture of feta cheese, kalamata olives, and spinach, enhanced by fresh basil, a drizzle of olive oil, and a touch of lemon juice, ties the rolls together with irresistible tang and creaminess. Perfect as a light lunch, a healthy snack, or a stunning party appetizer, these cucumber sushi rolls are as wholesome as they are crowd-pleasing. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a quick, nutritious, and colorful dish inspired by Mediterranean cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Cucumber
- 0.5 Red bell pepper
- 0.5 Avocado
- 6 Cherry tomatoes
- 50 grams Feta cheese
- 10 Kalamata olives
- 10 Baby spinach leaves
- 5 Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing the cucumber. Using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, slice the cucumber lengthwise into long, thin strips. You should discard the seedy middle section.
Lay the cucumber slices flat on a clean cutting board, overlapping slightly to create a sheet.
Prepare the filling: Thinly slice the red bell pepper, avocado, and cherry tomatoes.
In a small bowl, mix feta cheese, roughly chopped kalamata olives, and spinach. Add lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl, and gently combine.
Place a few fresh basil leaves over the cucumber sheet, then add a thin layer of the feta cheese mixture, followed by bell pepper, avocado, and tomatoes.
Carefully roll the cucumber sheet from one end to the other, using your fingers to hold the filling in place and create a tight roll.
Using a sharp knife, gently slice the cucumber roll into bite-sized pieces, wiping the blade clean between cuts.
Arrange the rolls on a serving plate, and optionally drizzle with a little more olive oil or a sprinkle of fresh lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1974 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.9 g | 206% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 7760 mg | 337% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.6 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.3 g | 230% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 36.7 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1505 mg | 116% | |
| Iron | 36.4 mg | 202% | |
| Potassium | 5719 mg | 122% | |
*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.
