Whole30 California Maki
Experience a delightful twist on sushi with this Whole30 California Maki, a perfect fit for your clean-eating goals! This recipe transforms traditional sushi rolls into a guilt-free indulgence by replacing rice with tender, seasoned cauliflower rice, keeping it entirely Whole30-compliant. Packed with vibrant fillings like crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and fresh crab meat, these rolls are wrapped in nutrient-rich nori for a savory and wholesome bite. Garnished with black sesame seeds and served alongside coconut aminos for dipping, this recipe delivers authentic flavor with a health-conscious spin. Whether you're following the Whole30 program or simply craving a nutritious alternative to classic sushi, this dish is as satisfying as it is beautiful! Ready in just under an hour, it’s perfect for impressing guests or enjoying as a light, refreshing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Cauliflower
- 5 sheets Nori sheets
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 large Avocado
- 8 ounces Cooked crab meat or approved crab substitute
- 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar (unseasoned, no sugar)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Black sesame seeds
Instructions
Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower. Cut into florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice.
Place the riced cauliflower in a pan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of coconut aminos and stir. Cook for about 7-8 minutes until tender but firm.
Stir in the rice vinegar and salt. Remove from the heat and let it cool completely.
Peel the cucumber and cut it into thin strips. Similarly, slice the avocado into thin strips.
Lay a nori sheet, shiny side down, on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread an even layer of the cooled cauliflower rice over the nori, leaving an inch at the top edge uncovered.
Arrange cucumber strips, avocado slices, and crab meat along the bottom edge of the cauliflower rice.
Using the sushi mat, roll the nori tightly over the fillings, pressing firmly as you roll. Continue rolling until you reach the uncovered edge of the nori. Dampen the edge with a little water to seal the roll.
Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets.
Using a sharp knife, slice each roll into bite-sized pieces. Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for cleaner slices.
Sprinkle with black sesame seeds before serving. Serve with additional coconut aminos for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
831 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.0 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 5207 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.5 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 66.7 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 552 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 4071 mg | 87% | |
*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.
