Tuna and Avocado Sushi Roll

Delight your taste buds with the fresh, vibrant flavors of our Tuna and Avocado Sushi Roll—a perfect harmony of creamy avocado, tender sushi-grade tuna, and seasoned sushi rice wrapped in crisp nori sheets. This recipe is an approachable introduction to homemade sushi, featuring simple steps like preparing perfectly seasoned rice and rolling with a bamboo mat to create restaurant-worthy results in your own kitchen. With just 30 minutes of prep time, these delectable rolls are ideal for a healthy lunch, an elegant appetizer, or an impressive dinner party spread. Serve them with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and a hint of wasabi for a complete sushi experience that's as fun to make as it is to eat!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 4 sheets Nori sheets
• 8 ounces Fresh tuna (sushi-grade)
• 1 medium Avocado
• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Pickled ginger
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain it well.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15–18 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 10 minutes.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture with a wooden spoon or rice paddle. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

Step 7

Meanwhile, slice the fresh tuna into thin, long strips suitable for rolling.

Step 8

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and peel the skin. Slice the avocado lengthwise into thin strips.

Step 9

Place a bamboo sushi rolling mat on a flat surface and lay a sheet of nori on top, shiny side down.

Step 10

Wet your fingers to prevent the rice from sticking, then spread about 1/2 cup of sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.

Step 11

Arrange tuna and avocado strips horizontally across the rice, about 1 inch above the bottom edge.

Step 12

Use the bamboo mat to carefully roll the sushi away from you, applying gentle but firm pressure to form a tight cylinder.

Step 13

Seal the edge of the nori with a bit of water.

Step 14

Repeat the rolling process with the remaining ingredients to form additional rolls.

Step 15

Using a sharp knife, slice each sushi roll into 6 to 8 pieces.

Step 16

Serve the rolls with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and a dab of wasabi on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1021.5 grams (1021.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	980

Total Fat 35.20g	45%
Saturated Fat 6.40g	32%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 86mg	29%
Sodium 4152mg	181%
Total Carbohydrate 97.90g	36%
Dietary Fiber 14.40g	51%
Total Sugars 14.60g
Protein 68.60g	137%

Vitamin D 515IU	2574%
Calcium 125mg	10%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 2443mg	52%

*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: 32.2%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 39.8%