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Rainbow Veggie Sushi Rolls: 5 Best Fillings You Must Try

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These Rainbow Veggie Sushi Rolls are a fresh, vibrant, and healthy plant-based take on traditional sushi. Made with seasoned sushi rice, colorful vegetables like bell peppers, cucumber, avocado, and mango, all wrapped in nori, these rolls are as beautiful as they are delicious. Perfect for a light dinner, party appetizer, or meal prep, they are easy to customize with your favorite fillings and dipping sauces. Whether you’re new to sushi-making or a pro, this step-by-step recipe will help you create stunning homemade sushi rolls that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (20 pieces) 1x

Ingredients

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For the Sushi Rice:

  • 2 cups short-grain sushi rice
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Rolls:

  • 5 sheets nori (seaweed)
  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small cucumber, julienned
  • ½ avocado, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup purple cabbage, shredded
  • ½ small carrot, julienned
  • ½ cup mango, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (black and white)

For Serving:

  • Soy sauce or tamari (for dipping)
  • Pickled ginger
  • Wasabi
  • Spicy mayo (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Sushi Rice

  1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Add the rinsed rice and water to a pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cover, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for another 10 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved.
  5. Transfer the rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture using a wooden spoon. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables

  1. Thinly slice the bell peppers, cucumber, carrot, mango, and avocado into uniform strips.
  2. Shred the purple cabbage finely for easy rolling.

Step 3: Assemble the Sushi Rolls

  1. Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, rough side facing up.
  2. Wet your hands slightly and spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
  3. Arrange the sliced vegetables in a horizontal line across the lower third of the rice.
  4. Carefully lift the edge of the sushi mat and begin rolling the nori over the filling, applying gentle pressure to create a tight roll.

Step 4: Slice and Serve

  1. Use a sharp knife dipped in water to cut the roll into even slices.
  2. Sprinkle with black and white sesame seeds for added texture.
  3. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.

Notes

  • If you don’t have a bamboo mat, you can use a clean kitchen towel wrapped in plastic wrap as a substitute.
  • Keep a bowl of water nearby when handling sushi rice to prevent sticking.
  • Feel free to swap or add other vegetables like zucchini, radish, or sprouts for extra variety.
  • Store leftover sushi in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Rolling
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5 pieces
  • Calories: 210 kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg