If you want sushi flavor without the carbs or the effort of rolling, try this rice-free cucumber sushi. It’s a fresh, low-carb take on a California roll made simple and fast.
This version uses crisp cucumber, gluten-free imitation crab, creamy avocado, carrot matchsticks, and cold cream cheese for richness. The result is familiar sushi flavor without rice or nori. Be sure the imitation crab you purchase is labeled gluten-free if you need to avoid gluten.
For the dipping sauce, whisk together tamari, seasoned rice vinegar, and a touch of sesame oil. Finish the sauce with chopped green onion, a pinch of red pepper flakes and sesame seeds for a balanced, slightly spicy, and savory dip that complements the cucumber rolls.
This is an easy way to enjoy sushi flavors in under 20 minutes. It’s light, refreshing, and perfect for a snack, appetizer, or light meal.
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Gluten-Free Cucumber Sushi
Ingredients
- ¼ cup San-J 25% Less Sodium Tamari
- ¼ cup seasoned rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 pinch sesame seeds
- 2 large cucumbers
- 8 ounces cold cream cheese
- 1 (8-ounce package) gluten-free imitation crab
- 2 avocados, cut into strips
- 1 carrot, peeled and cut into matchsticks
Instructions
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Make the dipping sauce: combine the tamari, seasoned rice vinegar and sesame oil. Stir well, then divide into small dipping bowls and garnish with the chopped green onion, red pepper flakes and sesame seeds.
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Prepare the cucumbers: cut each cucumber into thirds crosswise. Use a butter knife or small spoon to scoop out the seeds and create a hollow tube in each piece.
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Fill the cucumber tubes: cut the cream cheese into long strips that match the cucumber lengths and press them into the cavities. Add strips of imitation crab, avocado and carrot. Once filled, slice each cucumber tube into rounds and arrange on a platter. Serve immediately with the dipping sauce.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.