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Healthy Cucumber Sushi Recipe That’s Light & Delicious

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These easy cucumber sushi rolls (Kappa Maki) are light, crunchy, and perfect for a refreshing lunch or sushi night at home. Vegan, gluten-free, and fun to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sushi rice (short grain)

  • 1 ¼ cups water

  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tbsp sugar

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 1 cucumber, julienned

  • 4 nori sheets

  • Sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  • Rinse rice until water runs clear. Cook with water until fluffy.

  • Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Fold into cooked rice. Let cool.

  • Cut cucumber into thin strips. Lightly salt and pat dry.

  • Place nori on sushi mat. Spread cooled rice, leaving 1-inch top border.

  • Add cucumber. Roll tightly using the mat. Seal with water.

  • Slice with a wet knife. Serve with soy sauce and pickled ginger.

Notes

  • Add avocado, spicy mayo, or cream cheese for variations.

  • Best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.

Find it online: https://dryrecipes.com/healthy-cucumber-sushi-recipe-thats-light-delicious/