Yields: 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
Sushi Rice
- 1 cup short-grain sushi rice
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 1 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar
- ½ tablespoon sugar
- Pinch of salt
Vegetables
- 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 carrot, peeled and cut into matchsticks
- ½ cup shelled edamame (optional)
- 4 sheets of nori (seaweed snacks), cut into strips
Toppings and Sauces
- Soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free option)
- Sriracha mayo (mix mayo and sriracha to desired spice level)
- Pickled ginger
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Make the Sushi Rice
- Rinse the sushi rice in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for approximately 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes with the lid on.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Gently stir this mixture into the cooked rice. Let cool slightly.
2. Prep Your Veggies
- While the rice is cooking, prepare your vegetables. Slice the cucumber thinly, slice the avocado, and cut the carrot into matchsticks.
- If using edamame, steam or boil according to package directions and let cool.
- Slice the nori into thin strips.
3. Assemble the Bowls
- Divide the warm sushi rice into four bowls.
- Arrange the sliced cucumber, carrot, avocado, and edamame over the rice in an aesthetically pleasing manner.
- Top with strips of nori.
4. Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the bowls.
- Serve with soy sauce or tamari, sriracha mayo, and pickled ginger on the side.
Tips and Customizations
Protein Power: Add crispy tofu, cooked shrimp, or imitation crab for extra protein.
Cucumber Swap: Substitute thinly sliced radish if you prefer.
Get Creative: Experiment with additional veggies like thinly sliced bell peppers, bean sprouts, or mango for a burst of sweetness.
Vegan Option: Make sure to use vegan mayonnaise if you want a fully plant-based bowl.
