Whole30 Mackerel Nigiri
Elevate your sushi game with this irresistible Whole30 Mackerel Nigiri recipe, perfect for those seeking a paleo-friendly, grain-free twist on a classic favorite. Tender slices of fresh mackerel are draped over a base of savory cauliflower rice, infused with a touch of rice vinegar for a subtly tangy flavor. Wrapped with a strip of nori for that authentic nigiri touch, each bite is complemented by refreshing cucumber slices, creamy avocado, and a hint of zesty wasabi. With just 40 minutes total prep and cook time, this recipe brings a healthy, Whole30-approved sushi experience to your table without compromising on taste or elegance. Ideal for dinner parties, meal prep, or satisfying Japanese cuisine cravings, this low-carb, dairy-free twist on mackerel nigiri is as wholesome as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces fresh mackerel fillets
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup water
- 1 small cucumber
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 tablespoon wasabi paste
- 1 sheet nori sheets
Instructions
Start by cutting the mackerel fillets into thin slices, approximately 1/2 inch thick. Set aside in the refrigerator.
Cut the cauliflower into florets and place in a food processor. Pulse until it reaches the consistency of rice grains.
In a large frying pan, add the cauliflower rice and water. Cook over medium heat until the cauliflower is tender and the water is absorbed, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the cauliflower rice from heat and stir in the rice vinegar and salt. Allow it to cool completely.
Peel and thinly slice the cucumber into long strips. Set aside.
Halve the avocado and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh and slice thinly.
Use scissors to cut the nori sheet into thin strips about 1/2 inch wide.
To assemble the nigiri, scoop approximately one tablespoon of cauliflower rice into your hand and mold it into an oval shape.
Top the cauliflower rice base with a slice of mackerel.
Wrap a strip of nori around the middle of the nigiri to secure the fish on top.
Repeat the molding process to make additional portions until all ingredients are used.
Serve each nigiri with a small dab of wasabi on the side and garnish with avocado and cucumber slices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.1 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 140 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 2041 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.5 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 50.7 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 32.1 mcg | 161% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2981 mg | 63% | |
*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.
