Nori Rolls with Vegetables (Print Version)

Fresh DIY seaweed rolls with crisp vegetables, perfect for healthy snacking or light meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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

→ Pantry and Proteins

06 - 8 sheets nori (roasted seaweed)
07 - 2 cups cooked sushi rice, optional
08 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
09 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
10 - Soy sauce or tamari, for dipping
11 - Pickled ginger and wasabi, for serving (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - If using sushi rice, combine the cooked rice with rice vinegar and allow to cool to room temperature before assembly.
02 - Place a sheet of nori with the shiny side facing downward on a bamboo sushi mat or clean kitchen towel.
03 - Spread a thin layer of rice (if using) across the lower third of the nori sheet, leaving a 0.75 inch border at the top edge.
04 - Arrange cucumber, avocado, sprouts, carrot, and bell pepper in a single line across the rice layer. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
05 - Using the bamboo mat as a guide, roll the nori tightly over the fillings, applying gentle pressure to seal the top edge with a small amount of water if necessary.
06 - Repeat the rolling process with the remaining nori sheets and filling ingredients to prepare 8 total rolls.
07 - Cut each roll into bite-sized pieces using a sharp knife dampened with water. Serve immediately with soy sauce or tamari, pickled ginger, and wasabi as accompaniments.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required.
  • Nutrient-Dense: Loaded with fresh vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, and mineral-rich nori.
  • Customizable: Easily adapted for low-carb diets by omitting the rice.
  • Perfect for Sharing: Makes a fun, interactive appetizer or snack for four.
02 -
  • Use a very sharp, damp knife when slicing the rolls to prevent tearing the seaweed.
  • Keep the vegetable julienne uniform in size for easier rolling and a better presentation.
  • If not serving immediately, keep the rolls covered with a damp cloth to prevent the nori from drying out and becoming brittle.
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