High Protein Salmon Sushi Rolls

Elevate your homemade sushi game with these High Protein Salmon Sushi Rolls—perfect for a nutritious meal or an impressive party snack. Loaded with tender, fresh salmon fillet, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, this recipe brings together wholesome ingredients wrapped in umami-packed nori and perfectly seasoned sushi rice. These rolls not only deliver a boost of lean protein but are also a feast for the eyes with their vibrant layers. Whether you're a sushi-making novice or a seasoned pro, the step-by-step instructions make the process approachable and fun. Serve these sushi rolls with classic accompaniments like soy sauce, pickled ginger, and a hint of fiery wasabi, and enjoy a healthy, restaurant-quality dish right in your own kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sushi rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 0.25 cup Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 8 ounces Fresh salmon fillet, skin removed
• 4 sheets Nori sheets
• 1 medium Cucumber, julienned
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Pickled ginger
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker or a pot, and cook according to the rice cooker's instructions or bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until rice is tender.

Step 2

While the rice cooks, prepare the rice seasoning: In a small saucepan over low heat, dissolve sugar and salt in the rice vinegar. Allow the mixture to cool.

Step 3

Once the rice is done, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the rice vinegar mixture. Allow the sushi rice to cool to room temperature.

Step 4

While the rice cools, slice the salmon into thin strips, approximately 1/2 inch wide.

Step 5

Prepare a bamboo sushi mat by covering it with plastic wrap. Lay a nori sheet, shiny side down, on the mat.

Step 6

With wet hands to prevent sticking, spread about 1/2 cup of sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving about a 1-inch border at the top edge to seal the roll.

Step 7

Place a few strips of salmon across the rice, about 1 inch from the bottom edge. Add a few cucumber juliennes and avocado slices.

Step 8

Using the bamboo mat, begin to roll the sushi tightly, starting from the edge with the filling. Press firmly to shape and seal the roll.

Step 9

Slice each roll into 6-8 pieces with a sharp knife, wiping the blade with a damp cloth between cuts to ensure clean slices.

Step 10

Serve the sushi rolls with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side for dipping and enhancing the flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1686.6 grams (1686.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1473

Total Fat 53.40g	68%
Saturated Fat 10.60g	53%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 125mg	42%
Sodium 5487mg	239%
Total Carbohydrate 175.30g	64%
Dietary Fiber 16.60g	59%
Total Sugars 28.10g
Protein 68.10g	136%

Vitamin D 1193IU	5965%
Calcium 194mg	15%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 2303mg	49%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 48.2%