Vegetarian Quinoa Avocado Sushi Recipe

Looking for a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional sushi? This vegetarian quinoa avocado sushi recipe is packed with nutrients, flavor, and is surprisingly easy to make! Perfect for a light lunch, a satisfying snack, or a fun dinner party appetizer.

Why Quinoa?

Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids. It’s also a great source of fiber, iron, and magnesium. Using quinoa instead of white rice adds a nutritional boost and a subtly nutty flavor to your sushi rolls.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, cooked according to package directions
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 ripe avocados, sliced
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 4 sheets nori seaweed
• Soy sauce, for dipping (optional)
• Wasabi, for dipping (optional)
• Pickled ginger, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
2. Gently fold the vinegar mixture into the cooked quinoa, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
3. Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi rolling mat.
4. Spread a thin layer of quinoa evenly over the nori, leaving about an inch of space at the top edge.
5. Arrange avocado slices and cucumber slices horizontally across the quinoa.
6. Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the nori tightly, starting from the bottom edge. Moisten the top edge of the nori with a little water to seal the roll.
7. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
8. Using a sharp knife, slice each roll into 6-8 pieces.
9. Serve immediately with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger, if desired.

Tips and Variations:

• For a spicier kick, add a dab of sriracha to the quinoa before rolling.
• Other delicious vegetarian fillings include bell peppers, carrots, sprouts, and cream cheese.
• Toast the nori sheet lightly over a flame for a more intense flavor.
• Make sure your quinoa is cooled slightly before rolling to prevent the nori from getting soggy.

Enjoy your homemade vegetarian quinoa avocado sushi! This recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy the flavors of sushi in a healthy and creative way. It’s a crowd-pleaser and a fun activity to do with friends and family.

Ingredients:
quinoa, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, avocados, cucumber, nori seaweed, soy sauce, wasabi, pickled ginger

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