Veggie Sushi

Veggie Sushi is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together fresh vegetables and sushi rice wrapped in seaweed, perfect for a healthy American lunch. This easy-to-make recipe is both colorful and satisfying, making it a delightful choice for any meal.

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
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, julienned
• Cream cheese (optional) - 4 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - for serving
• Pickled ginger - for serving
• Wasabi - for serving

Steps

1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice and water in a pot and bring to a boil over medium heat.
2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 10 minutes.
3. In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice until evenly coated. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
4. Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat or a clean surface, shiny side down. With wet hands, spread about 1/4 of the sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 2 cm border at the top.
5. Arrange a few pieces of cucumber, carrot, avocado, and red bell pepper along the bottom edge of the rice-covered nori. If desired, add a thin layer of cream cheese on top of the vegetables.
6. Using the mat, carefully roll the nori away from you, pressing gently but firmly to keep the filling inside. Roll until you reach the border, then wet it with a bit of water to seal.
7. Repeat the process with the remaining nori, rice, and vegetables. Once all rolls are made, slice each roll into 6-8 pieces using a sharp knife.
8. Serve the veggie sushi with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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