Vegetable Sushi Rolls

Vegetable sushi rolls are a fresh and vibrant lunch option, perfect for a healthy meal packed with colorful vegetables and seasoned rice. These rolls are easy to prepare and offer a delightful crunch with every bite.

Ingredients

• Sushi rice - 1 cup
• Water - 1 1/4 cups
• Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Nori sheets - 4 sheets
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, julienned
• Avocado - 1, sliced
• Sesame seeds - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - for dipping

Steps

1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until water is absorbed.
3. In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture. Allow to cool slightly.
4. Lay a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on a bamboo sushi mat or a clean surface.
5. Wet your hands to prevent sticking, then take about 1/4 of the sushi rice and spread it evenly over the nori, leaving a 2 cm border at the top.
6. Arrange a few pieces of cucumber, carrot, bell pepper, and avocado in a line across the center of the rice.
7. Using the mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, tucking the filling in as you go. Apply gentle pressure to form a tight roll.
8. Seal the edge of the nori with a little water.
9. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make three additional rolls.
10. Once all rolls are made, slice each roll into 6-8 pieces with a sharp, wet knife. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
11. Serve with soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 62 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.

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