Nori Rolls with Vegetables (Printable Version)

Fresh seaweed rolls with crisp cucumber, avocado, and sprouts for healthy snacking.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium cucumber, julienned
02 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
03 - 1 cup mixed sprouts (alfalfa, radish, or broccoli)
04 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
05 - 1 small red bell pepper, julienned

→ Sushi Components

06 - 8 sheets nori (roasted seaweed)
07 - 2 cups cooked sushi rice (optional)
08 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
09 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

→ Servings and Garnishes

10 - Soy sauce or tamari, for dipping
11 - Pickled ginger and wasabi, for serving (optional)

# Directions:

01 - If using sushi rice, mix the cooked rice with rice vinegar and let cool to room temperature.
02 - Place a sheet of nori shiny side down on a bamboo sushi mat or clean kitchen towel.
03 - Spread a thin layer of rice (if using) over the lower third of the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
04 - Arrange cucumber, avocado, sprouts, carrot, and bell pepper in a line across the rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
05 - Using the mat, roll up the nori tightly over the fillings, pressing gently to seal at the top edge with a bit of water if needed.
06 - Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 8 rolls.
07 - Slice each roll into bite-sized pieces with a sharp, damp knife. Serve immediately with soy sauce or tamari, pickled ginger, and wasabi if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can customize these with whatever vegetables you have in your crisper drawer
  • They come together in under 30 minutes once your prep is done
  • The combination of creamy avocado and crisp vegetables is undeniably satisfying
02 -
  • A wet knife prevents the nori from tearing and gives you clean, restaurant-style slices
  • Overfilling your rolls is the most common mistake and leads to bursting seams
  • Room temperature ingredients roll much easier than cold ones straight from the fridge
03 -
  • Cover your finished rolls with a damp cloth while assembling the rest to prevent them from drying out
  • If your nori sheets seem brittle, wave them over a burner for 1 to 2 seconds to soften them
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