Tuna Kimbap

Tuna Kimbap is a delightful low-carb twist on the traditional Korean rice rolls, substituting rice with fresh, crisp vegetables and savory tuna. This dish is perfect for a nutritious and satisfying brunch, packed with flavors and health benefits.

Ingredients

• Nori seaweed sheets - 4
• Canned tuna in water - 200 grams, drained
• Mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Avocado - 1 small, sliced
• Spinach - 100 grams, blanched
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the drained tuna with mayonnaise, salt, and sesame oil until well combined.
2. Prepare all vegetables by julienning the cucumber and carrot, slicing the avocado, and blanching the spinach in boiling water for 1-2 minutes.
3. Lay a sheet of nori onto a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.
4. Spread a thin layer of the tuna mixture across the nori, leaving a 2 cm border at the top edge.
5. Layer the cucumber, carrot, avocado, and spinach over the tuna mixture.
6. Starting from the bottom, carefully roll the sushi mat away from you, pressing firmly to create a tight roll.
7. Once rolled, use a sharp knife to slice the roll into bite-sized pieces, wiping the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for clean slices.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.
9. Serve the Tuna Kimbap with black sesame seeds sprinkled on top and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from tuna, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in healthy fats from avocado and sesame oil, promoting heart health.

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