Tuna & Avocado Sushi Rolls

Tuna and Avocado Sushi Rolls - Fresh sushi rice rolled with succulent tuna and creamy avocado. A healthy, delicious sushi classic.

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green and white vegetable dish
green and white vegetable dish

Time Scale

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Health Benefits

Tuna is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, supporting brain health and cognitive function.

Avocado adds healthy fats and fibre, promoting satiety and supporting heart health.

Nori seaweed is a good source of iodine, which supports thyroid function and cognitive development.

Ingredients

1 cup sushi rice

1 sheet nori seaweed

1/2 avocado (sliced)

1 can tuna (drained)

Soy sauce (for serving)

Wasabi (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Cook rice: Prepare sushi rice according to package instructions and let it cool slightly.

  2. Prepare nori: Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread cooked sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border.

  3. Add filling: Arrange sliced avocado and canned tuna along the centre of the rice.

  4. Roll sushi: Roll up the sushi tightly using the bamboo mat.

  5. Slice and serve: Cut the roll into pieces with a sharp knife and serve with soy sauce and wasabi.

Nutritional Breakdown

(per roll, based on one serving):

Calories: ~250

Protein: ~15 g

Carbohydrates: ~35 g

Fats: ~8 g

Fiber: ~2 g