Whole30 Sushi Veggie Roll
Transform your sushi night with these vibrant and nutritious Whole30 Sushi Veggie Rolls! This delectable recipe swaps traditional sushi rice for riced cauliflower, seasoned with Whole30-compliant rice vinegar to achieve the perfect touch of tangy flavor. Each roll is loaded with crisp julienned veggies like carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, and creamy avocado—all wrapped in nori sheets for a gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free sushi experience. Perfectly customizable, these sushi rolls can be garnished with toasted sesame seeds and paired with coconut aminos or a simple almond butter dipping sauce for an extra burst of savory flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, these veggie-packed rolls are a wholesome, Paleo, and Whole30-approved alternative to satisfy your sushi cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cauliflower (riced)
- 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar (compliant, no sugar added)
- 4 pieces Nori sheets
- 1 medium Carrot (julienned)
- 1 medium Cucumber (julienned)
- 1 medium Avocado (sliced)
- 0.5 medium Bell pepper (red or yellow, julienned)
- 2 tablespoons Whole30-compliant coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Almond butter (optional, for dipping sauce)
- 1 teaspoon Water (optional, for dipping sauce)
- 0.5 teaspoons Lemon juice (optional, for dipping sauce)
Instructions
Start by preparing the cauliflower rice. Place the cauliflower florets into a food processor and pulse until you achieve a rice-like texture. Alternatively, you can use store-bought riced cauliflower.
Transfer the riced cauliflower to a skillet over medium heat and cook for 3-5 minutes until slightly softened. Stir occasionally and avoid overcooking to maintain some texture.
Once cooked, transfer the cauliflower rice to a bowl and let it cool completely. Stir in the Whole30-compliant rice vinegar to add subtle acidity typically found in sushi rice.
Place a sheet of nori on a clean, dry surface or a bamboo sushi mat (shiny side facing down). Spread about 3/4 cup of the cauliflower rice in an even layer across the lower two-thirds of the nori sheet.
Begin layering your vegetables horizontally across the bottom third of the nori sheet (closest to you). Add a few strips of carrot, cucumber, avocado, and bell pepper.
Using your hands or the sushi mat, carefully roll the nori sheet over the filling, applying gentle pressure to form a tight roll. Continue rolling until the entire sheet is sealed.
Use a sharp knife to slice the roll into 6-8 even pieces. Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.
For serving, garnish the rolls with toasted sesame seeds if desired, and pair them with coconut aminos for dipping.
Optional: Make a quick dipping sauce by mixing almond butter, water, and lemon juice until smooth. Serve this alongside your sushi rolls for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.0 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 887 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.1 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.8 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 336 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 3563 mg | 76% | |
*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.
