Vegetable Sushi Rolls

Vegetable sushi rolls are a delightful and colorful vegetarian snack that combines fresh vegetables with seasoned rice wrapped in nori. These rolls are not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrition, making them a perfect light meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

• Sushi rice - 150 grams
• Water - 200 ml
• Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Nori sheets - 4
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Avocado - 1 ripe, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, julienned
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - for serving

Steps

1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
2. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
3. In a small bowl, mix 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 the rice to cool to room temperature.
4. Prepare the vegetables by julienning the cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper, and slicing the avocado.
5. Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and lay one sheet of nori on the mat, shiny side down.
6. Wet your hands to prevent sticking, then take a handful of sushi rice and spread it evenly over the nori, leaving a 2 cm border at the top edge.
7. Arrange a line of cucumber, carrot, avocado, and red bell pepper across the center of the rice.
8. Sprinkle a few sesame seeds over the vegetables, then lift the edge of the mat closest to you and start rolling the sushi away from you, applying gentle pressure to form a tight roll.
9. Once rolled, use a sharp knife to slice the roll into 6-8 pieces. Repeat with the remaining nori sheets and filling.
10. Serve the sushi rolls with soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 47 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories while providing a good source of carbohydrates.

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