Vegan Sushi Rolls doesn’t have to be boring! These delicious recipes are full of flavor and totally plant-based.
Packed with a colorful array of fresh vegetables and flavorful ingredients, these rolls offer a delightful crunch and a burst of taste in every bite. Perfect for a healthy lunch, a fun dinner party, or a creative snack, Vegan Sushi Rolls are easy to make at home and can be customized to your taste preferences.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Vegan Sushi Rolls with a side of soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi for a classic sushi experience. They’re ideal as a light lunch or appetizer and pair wonderfully with a side of miso soup or a crisp green salad.
For a more substantial meal, enjoy them alongside a bowl of edamame or some crispy tempura vegetables. You can also make a sushi platter by slicing the rolls into bite-sized pieces and arranging them on a serving tray for a visually appealing and delicious spread.
Pairing Ideas
Vegan Sushi Rolls are versatile and pair well with a variety of accompaniments. They complement other Japanese-inspired dishes such as seaweed salad, vegetable gyoza, or soba noodles.
The fresh, crisp nature of the rolls also works well with fruit-based salads or light, citrusy dishes. For a fun twist, serve them with a side of spicy hummus or a tangy dipping sauce to add a unique flavor dimension.
Tips and Notes
- Rice: Use short-grain sushi rice for the best texture. Season it with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt for the perfect flavor balance. Ensure the rice is cool before assembling the rolls.
- Vegetables: Choose a variety of colorful, fresh vegetables such as cucumber, bell pepper, avocado, and carrots. Slice them into thin strips for easy rolling.
- Nori: Toast the nori sheets lightly before using them to enhance their flavor and make them easier to roll.
- Rolling: Use a bamboo sushi mat to help roll the sushi tightly. Be gentle but firm to ensure the rolls hold together.
- Storage: Store leftover sushi rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. They are best enjoyed fresh but can be eaten cold if stored properly.
Vegan Sushi Rolls
Equipment
- 1 Sushi mat
- 1 Rice cooker (or pot)
- 1 Sharp knife
- 1 Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups sushi rice - rinsed
- 2 cups water - for cooking rice
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar - for seasoning rice
- 2 tablespoons sugar - for seasoning rice
- 1 teaspoon salt - for seasoning rice
- 4 sheets nori - seaweed
- 1 medium cucumber - julienned
- 1 medium carrot - julienned
- 1 avocado - sliced
- 1 bell pepper - thinly sliced
- Pickled ginger - for serving
- Soy sauce - for dipping
- Wasabi - optional
Instructions
- Cook the sushi rice in a rice cooker or pot, using 2 cups of water.
- Once cooked, allow the rice to cool slightly. In a separate bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved, then gently fold this mixture into the rice.
- Lay a sheet of nori on the sushi mat. Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, then grab a handful of sushi rice and spread it evenly over the nori, leaving about an inch at the top.
- Arrange your choice of vegetables in a line along the bottom of the rice-covered nori.
- Using the sushi mat, carefully roll the nori away from you, applying gentle pressure to form a tight roll.
- Once rolled, use a sharp knife to slice the sushi roll into bite-sized pieces. Clean the knife with a damp cloth between slices for clean cuts.
- Serve with pickled ginger, soy sauce, and wasabi on the side.