So Long Sushi Rolls
Fresh, vibrant sushi rolls with avocado and cucumber, wrapped in delicate rice and seaweed, offering a light and refreshing farewell to heavy meals. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs sushi rice, rice vinegar, sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 sushi rice
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 large, sliced avocado
- 1/2 medium, julienned cucumber
- 4 sheets nori sheets
- 6 oz, thinly sliced sushi-grade salmon
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tsp wasabi
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook 1 cup sushi rice according to package instructions, then transfer to a bowl. Mix 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt until dissolved; fold into rice while warm until glossy and sticky, then let cool to room temperature.
- Step 2: Place one nori sheet shiny-side down on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread 1/2 cup cooled sushi rice evenly over nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top. Arrange 1/4 of the sliced avocado, 1/4 of the julienned cucumber, and 1.5 oz sliced salmon horizontally in the center of the rice.
- Step 3: Lift the edge of the mat closest to you and roll tightly over the fillings, using gentle pressure to shape the roll. Seal the edge with a bit of water. Repeat for all rolls, then slice each roll into 6 pieces. Serve with 1/4 cup soy sauce mixed with 1 tsp wasabi.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does So Long Sushi Rolls 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 So Long Sushi Rolls?
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 sushi rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in So Long Sushi Rolls?
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 So Long Sushi Rolls 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.
What goes well with So Long Sushi Rolls?
Japanese asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
