Cauliflower rice sushi roll

This sushi roll swaps rice for cauliflower, making it a smile-friendly option packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like fresh salmon, crunchy cucumber, and creamy avocado. So ditch the extra carbs without losing any of the flavor of a traditional roll.

Ingredients:

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    10.5 oz cauliflower

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    1 tablespoon olive or avocado oil

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    ½ tablespoon white sesame seeds

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    2 ½ tablespoons cream cheese or mayo

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    ½ tablespoon white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar

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    7 oz sugar free smoked salmon, or sushi-grade raw salmon

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    ½ medium seedless cucumber

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    ½ red or yellow bell pepper

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    ½ large avocado

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    2 nori sheets

To serve, optional:

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    Sugar-free pickled ginger

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    Soy sauce

Directions:

  1. Place the cauliflower florets in a food processor and pulse until it resembles rice.
  2. Heat oil in a nonstick frying pan or cast-iron skillet. Fry the cauliflower on low- to medium-heat for 5 to 6 minutes until al dente. Remove from the pan and let cool.
  3. Dry-fry the sesame seeds in a nonstick pan for 4 to 5 minutes on low- to medium-heat until golden. Let cool.
  4. Place cooled rice in bowl and mix with the cream cheese, vinegar, and sesame seeds.
  5. Slice the cucumber, peppers, and avocado into thin strips.
  6. Place the nori on a bamboo mat or cling film. Add the rice, leaving space on opposite sides of the nori to seal the edges.
  7. Layer the cucumber, pepper, avocado, and smoked salmon on top of the rice. Tightly roll using the mat. Brush the edge with a little water and press to seal.
  8. Slice roll into rounds with a sharp knife.
  9. Repeat process for more rolls.
  10. If desired, serve with sugar-free pickled ginger and soy sauce.
  11. Enjoy!
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