Vegetable Sushi Roll in a Bowl

Vegetable sushi bowl made with seasoned sushi rice, avocado, cucumber, carrot, and nori strips. This easy sushi roll in a bowl recipe is fresh, vegan, and naturally gluten free. A quick healthy meal inspired by classic vegetable sushi rolls, perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 cup short-grain sushi rice
• Rice vinegar and sugar, for seasoning the rice (per package instructions)
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced
• 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped
• 1 carrot, cut into thin matchsticks
• 0.17 oz nori (seaweed snacks), cut into matchsticks
• Gluten-free reduced-sodium tamari (or soy sauce if not gluten-free)
• Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the sushi rice according to the package directions. While the rice is still warm, season it with rice vinegar and sugar to create classic sushi rice. Set aside to cool slightly.
2. Divide the warm rice between serving bowls.
3. Arrange the avocado, cucumber, carrot, and nori evenly over the rice.
4. Drizzle with tamari or soy sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Tips

• Use short-grain rice for the best sticky sushi-style texture.
• Let the rice cool slightly before assembling to avoid wilting the vegetables.
• Slice vegetables thinly for an authentic sushi roll feel.

Variations and Substitutions

• Add edamame or tofu for extra protein.
• Swap cucumber for zucchini or radishes.
• Use brown sushi rice for added fiber.
• Top with pickled ginger or wasabi for extra flavor.

FAQs

Can I make this ahead of time?
You can prep the vegetables in advance, but assemble just before serving for best texture.

Is this recipe vegan?
Yes, all ingredients are plant-based.

Can I use regular rice?
Short-grain sushi rice is recommended, but medium-grain rice can work in a pinch.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve as a light lunch or quick dinner.
• Pair with miso soup or a simple seaweed salad.
• Add a drizzle of spicy mayo if desired.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick and simple bowl-style meal
• Fresh, colorful, and naturally gluten-free
• No rolling required
• Customizable with favorite sushi fillings

Vegetable Sushi Roll in a Bowl

Recipe by el hassan

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

267

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 cup short-grain sushi rice

• Rice vinegar and sugar, for seasoning the rice (per package instructions)

• 1 ripe avocado, sliced

• 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped

• 1 carrot, cut into thin matchsticks

• 0.17 oz nori (seaweed snacks), cut into matchsticks

• Gluten-free reduced-sodium tamari (or soy sauce if not gluten-free)

• Sesame seeds, for garnish

Directions

• Cook the sushi rice according to the package directions. While the rice is still warm, season it with rice vinegar and sugar to create classic sushi rice. Set aside to cool slightly.
• Divide the warm rice between serving bowls.
• Arrange the avocado, cucumber, carrot, and nori evenly over the rice.
• Drizzle with tamari or soy sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately.