Whole30 Nigiri Salmon
Discover a fresh twist on sushi with Whole30 Nigiri Salmon—a vibrant, paleo-friendly recipe that's as delicious as it is healthy! This innovative take on classic nigiri swaps traditional rice for tender cauliflower rice, lightly sautéed in avocado oil for a rich, nutty flavor. Topped with silky, sushi-grade salmon and wrapped in nori, each bite is packed with clean, wholesome ingredients. A tangy coconut aminos and lemon juice dipping sauce adds a touch of umami, making it perfect for anyone following Whole30 or seeking gluten-free, grain-free options. Ready in under 30 minutes and brimming with nutrients, this dish promises restaurant-quality elegance from the comfort of your kitchen. Serve with optional wasabi and pickled ginger for a bold finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Fresh sushi-grade salmon
- 1 medium head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 sheet Nori sheet
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 1 teaspoon Optional: Wasabi
- 1 tablespoon Optional: Pickled ginger
Instructions
Start by trimming the cauliflower and breaking it into florets. Place the florets into a food processor and pulse until they resemble the texture of rice.
Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cauliflower rice and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes tender but not mushy. Stir in the sea salt and set aside to cool.
While the cauliflower rice cools, prepare the salmon. Use a sharp knife to cut the salmon into thin slices, approximately 1/4 inch thick and 3 inches long.
In a small bowl, mix the coconut aminos and fresh lemon juice to create a Whole30 compliant dipping sauce.
Using your hands, shape about 2 tablespoons of cooled cauliflower rice into an oval mound that fits the size of a salmon slice. It should be compact and firm enough to hold its shape.
Place a slice of salmon over each of the shaped rice mounds and press gently.
Cut the nori sheet into thin strips about 1/2 inch wide. Wrap a strip around the center of each nigiri to secure the salmon to the rice.
Repeat until all salmon and cauliflower rice are used.
Serve the Whole30 Nigiri Salmon with the coconut aminos dipping sauce on the side. If desired, add wasabi and pickled ginger for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.8 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 2709 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 51.0 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 26.3 mcg | 132% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 2210 mg | 47% | |
*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.
