Mini Veggie Sushi Rolls with Avocado and Cucumber
Hand-rolled sushi bites filled with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and carrot for a fun, kid-friendly Asian-inspired snack. This japanese-inspired sushi (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs cooked and cooled sushi rice, rice vinegar, sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, cooked and cooled sushi rice
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 sheets, halved nori sheets
- 1 medium, sliced into thin strips avocado
- 1 small, julienned cucumber
- 1 small, julienned carrot
- for serving soy sauce
- optional, for serving pickled ginger
- optional, for serving wasabi
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, stirring until dissolved. Gently fold this seasoning into 1 cup cooked and cooled sushi rice until evenly coated and shiny.
- Step 2: Place half a nori sheet shiny side down on a bamboo sushi mat or clean surface. Spread a thin, even layer of seasoned rice (about 1/4 cup) over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the far edge.
- Step 3: Lay 2-3 thin strips of 1 medium avocado, 1 small julienned cucumber, and 1 small julienned carrot along the edge closest to you.
- Step 4: Using the mat or your hands, tightly roll the sushi away from you, applying gentle pressure to form a firm log. Seal the edge by moistening the 1-inch nori border with water.
- Step 5: Using a sharp knife dipped in water, slice each roll into 6 bite-sized pieces. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Step 6: Serve with soy sauce, and optionally pickled ginger and wasabi, for dipping and garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mini Veggie Sushi Rolls with Avocado and Cucumber take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (30 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Mini Veggie Sushi Rolls with Avocado and Cucumber?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cooked and cooled sushi rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Mini Veggie Sushi Rolls with Avocado and Cucumber?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Mini Veggie Sushi Rolls with Avocado and Cucumber for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Mini Veggie Sushi Rolls with Avocado and Cucumber vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
