Nut-Free Sushi Salad

Transform your sushi cravings into a vibrant, deconstructed masterpiece with this Nut-Free Sushi Salad! Packed with all the classic sushi flavors you love, this easy-to-make dish combines fluffy sushi rice, fresh cucumber, crisp carrots, creamy avocado, and savory nori strips, all beautifully tossed together with a tangy soy-sesame dressing. Perfect for those with nut allergies, it's a safe yet satisfying option for sushi enthusiasts, with the versatility to include cooked imitation crab or shrimp for added protein. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and scallions, this salad is a refreshing, customizable, and allergy-friendly twist on traditional sushi rolls—ready in just 35 minutes. Ideal for meal prep, light lunches, or dinner bowls, this recipe is a must-try for any sushi lover!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 large Avocado
• 2 large Nori sheets
• 1 cup Cooked imitation crab or cooked shrimp (optional)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Scallions

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Microwave for 20 seconds to dissolve the sugar. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

Step 4

While the rice cools, prepare the vegetables. Peel and julienne the cucumber and carrot. Dice the avocado into bite-sized cubes. Slice the scallions thinly. Using scissors, cut the nori sheets into small strips or squares.

Step 5

If using imitation crab or cooked shrimp, roughly chop it into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, and lemon juice to create a dressing.

Step 7

Assemble the salad: In a large bowl or individual serving bowls, layer the sushi rice, cucumber, carrot, avocado, and optional protein. Top with nori strips, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds.

Step 8

Drizzle the dressing over the salad or serve it on the side for individual customization.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your nut-free sushi salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1356.2 grams (1356.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1143

Total Fat 49.20g	63%
Saturated Fat 7.20g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.60g
Cholesterol 47mg	16%
Sodium 5019mg	218%
Total Carbohydrate 147.90g	54%
Dietary Fiber 20.00g	71%
Total Sugars 34.30g
Protein 36.40g	73%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 240mg	18%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 2149mg	46%

*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: 37.5%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 50.1%