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Have you been craving seafood? These vegan sushi recipes are healthy, easy and are made entirely from plants! Filled with simple vegetables, brown rice, tofu…etc., your next favorite dinner is here!

For more tasty vegan recipes, see our vegan seafood recipes roundup.

Vegan Sushi Recipes

1. Sushi with Spicy Tomato “Tuna”

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The flesh of a juicy red Roma tomato is an impressive substitution for tuna belly in a sushi roll. Roll sushi rice and nori around the spicy tomato with strips of cucumber and avocado.

2. Easy Avocado Sushi Roll

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If you aren’t proficient at rolling sushi, this avocado roll is a good one to practice on. It has few ingredients and only takes minutes. The step-by-step instructions are easy to follow.

3. Smoky Roasted Portobello Sushi Rolls

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I used to love barbecued eel sushi rolls. You don’t need eel when you can have smoky portobello mushroom slices that are meaty and moist. This roll features rice on the outside.

4. Spicy Kale Green Veggies Sushi

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Ready to give your body a little detox? This kale sushi roll is packed with healthy green veggies and avocado. It is lacking in any grains, making it paleo and keto-compliant. Try this after you have indulged in some vegan junk food.

5. Kimchi Sushi

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Want a crunchy and creamy roll? You will have to try this kimchi sushi with crisp cucumbers and soft avocado. It is spicy and so fresh.

6. Vegan Tuna Sushi Tower

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This mini sushi tower is stunning. You won’t miss sushi with raw fish with the tomato and nori “tuna” tartare with a layer of mashed avocado.

7. Spicy Jackfruit Sushi

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Jackfruit is the new “meat” on many vegan menus these days. I finally tried it! It was a little strange all by itself, but when you season it well and pair it with other ingredients, it works. This vegan sushi with jackfruit has all the right textures.

8. Shiitake Nigiri

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Nigiri is an elegant preparation of sushi meant to be eaten in one or 2 bites. This shiitake nigiri epitomizes the concept. I love the way it is presented with a chive blossom sash.

9. Philadelphia Sushi Roll

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You don’t have to give up your Philadelphia rolls. This one is prepared with vegan cream cheese and carrot smoked salmon that looks strikingly like lox.

10. Sushi with Cauliflower Rice

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Are you avoiding grains these days? Then, this veggie roll is for you. Instead of white rice, the recipe calls for riced cauliflower.

11. Eggplant Unagi Nigiri

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Eggplant is the perfect unagi (eel) imitator. Season and bake eggplant slices until they are smoky, salty, and sweet. Serve over sushi rice with a nori belt.

12. Vegan Dragon Roll

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Are you a little over the avocado and cucumber rolls at your favorite sushi place? You can make the ultimate cucumber and avocado dragon roll at home that takes the humble roll up another level.

13. Sushi Bowls with Vegan Smoked Salmon

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Chirashi is a bowl of sushi rice with individual pieces of sashimi (raw fish) layered on top. To veganize this classic Japanese dish, layer on roasted bell pepper strips, avocado slices, cucumber ribbons, and pickled ginger.

14. Carrot Lox and Tahini Tofu

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Here are 2 easy sushi rolls to make for your next happy hour gathering. One roll has carrot lox with cream cheese and the other is made with baked tahini tofu. You can make them ahead.

15. Cucumber Sushi Roll

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When I order sushi out, I generally opt for the sashimi style. Rather than rice, my selections are presented atop fresh cucumber rounds. This sushi takes that idea in a more creative direction by scooping the seeds out of the center of the cucumber and filling the rounds.

16. Teriyaki Tofu Nigiri

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What’s not to like about teriyaki glazed tofu? The glossy tofu rectangles are placed atop rice and wrapped with nori strips. Top with crispy shallots for a complete umami bomb.

17. Zucchini Quinoa Sushi Rolls

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I love the idea of making sushi rolls with paper-thin zucchini strips. These healthy plant-based rolls are filled with quinoa, carrots, and avocado.

18. Carrot Lox Sushi

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Vegan carrot lox is about as close as you can get to smoked salmon for sushi. They are briny like the ocean using a cure of nori and sea salt. They are finished in a tart and slightly sweet marinade.

19. Sushi Cups

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Not ready to start rolling your own sushi? I know it can be intimidating. If you are a newbie, try these sushi cups that don’t require any tools or special skills. Just fill the little cups of sticky rice with your favorite vegan sushi ingredients.

20. Sushi Burrito

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Do you have a big appetite for sushi? You must try making a sushi burrito. This is a fat hand roll filled with the colors of the rainbow. It is the healthiest burrito you might ever eat!

21. Spicy Scallop Roll

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King oyster or trumpet mushrooms have thick round edible stems. These are solid and slice up to what looks like sea scallops. Fry these beauties as you might scallops and roll them in sticky rice and nori. Top with vegan caviar.

22. Sushi Buddha Bowl

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How much do you love a good Buddha bowl loaded with veggies? Here is a deconstructed sushi roll in a bowl. It has nori, rice, tofu, edamame, and vegetables. The dressing is a wasabi-infused mayo – very clever.

23. Silky Bell Pepper Sushi

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It is amazing when bell pepper strips relax and turn silky when marinated for a couple of days. They are tender and so flavorful. This makes for the most delicate and pristine nigiri sushi bites.

24. Onigiri Bowl

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Onigiri are rice balls that are wrapped in seaweed. On a macrobiotic plate, these might be stuffed with a bit of umeboshi plum paste for improved digestion. Either way, this sushi bowl recipe is fresh and nutrient-dense just as it is.

25. Peach Avocado Sushi Rolls

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What, peaches and avocados?! Go for it! This is a unique savory and sweet combination that I really think will appeal to kids and adults alike.

26. Raw Cucumber Sushi Rolls

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Finally, a sushi roll for paleo people! These cucumber rolls are low-carb, gluten and grain-free, and 100% vegan. Oh, and they are raw for the super vegans in your clan. Did I mention that these are easy?

27. Mushroom Avocado Sushi Rolls

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Like most of us here, I am an unapologetic vegetable addict. Mushroom and avocado sushi rolls are colorful and not shy on the veggies. Make a large platter and place it in the fridge until your guests arrive for a Saturday evening summer backyard party.

28. Miso Eggplant Sushi Bowls

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Miso and eggplant are surprisingly good playmates. To make this complexly flavored sushi bowl, prepare the chutney and hummus ahead of time. Then, concentrate on the miso-glazed eggplant when you are ready to assemble the bowls.

29. Spicy Crunchy Mango Sushi Rolls

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Mango is a fruit that doesn’t get enough attention. This perfumed stone fruit is soft, sweet, and slippery, almost like raw fish. This is a perfect ingredient to include in a sushi roll with a hit of sriracha to balance the sweetness.

30. Chickpea “Tuna” Roll

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I know you have a can of chickpeas in your pantry! Grab it and make some chickpea “tuna” salad. This is the star ingredient in vegan tuna rolls.

31. Smoked Tofu Sushi Roll

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Here is a simple sushi bowl recipe that will make any weeknight dinner a breeze. Use packaged smoked tofu, frozen/defrosted edamame, and premade seaweed salad to make things super easy.

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30+ Easy Vegan Sushi Recipes (healthy!)

Craving seafood? These Vegan Sushi Recipes are healthy, easy and plant-based! Filled with tasty vegetables, avocado, brown rice, tofu and more!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Servings: 4

Calories: 250kcal

Author: Mira M.

Ingredients

  • sushi rice
  • nori wrap
  • avocado
  • tomatoes

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  • Click on the name to get to the recipe.

  • Get to cooking!

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Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal

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FAQs

How healthy is vegan sushi? ›

Yes, vegan sushi can be a good option for those trying to lose weight. It is generally low in calories and saturated fat, and high in nutrients and fiber, which can help promote fullness and prevent overeating. However, as with any food, it's important to consume vegan sushi in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Is veg sushi worth it? ›

As the traditional sushi industry struggles to stay relevant among fickle customers who refuse to eat cheaper varieties of fish, vegan sushi has emerged as an alternative and as its own genre of culinary mastery. It is also devoid of mercury and other metals that are harmful when consumed in high quantities.

Is it okay to eat vegan sushi everyday? ›

Vegetarian sushi is likely to be a healthy choice to eat on a daily basis - assuming it's mostly vegetables and rice and maybe some tofu. However, soy sauce contains a lot of salt and if it contains caramel food coloring, it might not be the best choice.

What is the healthiest sushi to eat? ›

Healthy sushi options
  1. Sashimi. Sashimi is fresh, thinly sliced raw fish. ...
  2. Rainbow roll. True to its name, a rainbow roll consists of brightly colored ingredients. ...
  3. Vegetable rolls with brown rice. If you're not a big seafood fan, vegetable rolls can become your new go-to sushi order. ...
  4. Salmon avocado roll.
Jul 5, 2021

What is the most important ingredient in sushi? ›

This essential building block of sushi rolls is referred to as Sushi-Meshi in the Japanese culture. It is a short, or medium-grain rice that not only provides stickiness to the roll, but it is the key to bringing forward the flavors of all the additional sushi ingredients.

What is the crunchy stuff on sushi? ›

Crunchy rolls usually include some sort of tempura (fried batter) which gives the crunchy texture. In this recipe, we are using premade crunchy tempura flakes on the outside for a quick and easy sushi roll.

What are the 5 main ingredients in sushi? ›

To start us off, here is a list of base ingredients for making sushi:
  • Calrose sushi rice. Without a doubt, rice is the most important ingredient when making sushi. ...
  • Nori sheets (algae leaves) You would like to make makis (sushi rolls) ? ...
  • Sushi rice vinegar. ...
  • Fish, seafood, proteins and/or vegetables.
Mar 9, 2022

Is it more expensive to buy or make sushi? ›

Cost of Ingredients

As expected, fish sold for sushi tends to be more expensive than fish sold for cooking, about 25-50% more. Just like the retail market, part of what drives this is perception.

What not to do when making sushi? ›

14 Mistakes That Are Ruining Your At-Home Sushi
  1. Not using the right rice. ...
  2. Not rinsing the rice enough. ...
  3. Not preparing the rice correctly. ...
  4. Not using rice vinegar properly. ...
  5. Not having your ingredients at the right temperature. ...
  6. Buying fish that isn't sushi-grade. ...
  7. Not understanding how much time you need. ...
  8. Adding too many fillings.
Feb 22, 2023

Is it less expensive to make your own sushi? ›

As mentioned above, we buy our sushi rice, nori, pickled ginger, soy sauce and wasabi in bulk because we make this so often, which significantly helps to cut down on costs. But even still, we have found that making an initial batch of 5 rolls homemade is usually significantly cheaper than ordering out at a restaurant.

Is Japan OK for vegans? ›

Japanese food can be delicious and wholesome for both vegans and vegetarians. Rice and vegan-friendly noodles make up the base of most dishes. Tofu is available in a staggering variety of shapes and textures. Miso, a seasoning made of fermented soybeans and koji (a fungus) is in many dishes.

Can I eat sushi everyday? ›

According to a registered dietician, healthy adults can safely consume 2-3 sushi rolls, which means 10-15 pieces of sushi per week. However, the statistics are different for the elderly, pregnant women and others with the compromised digestive system.

Is veggie sushi good for weight loss? ›

For example, a common ingredient in vegetarian sushi rolls is avocado. In such a roll, calories come from the avocado's healthy monounsaturated fats. Due to its fibre content, the avocado makes this sushi a great addition to the diet of people who want to lose weight.

Is vegan sushi good for weight loss? ›

Yes, you can definitely include sushi in your weight loss diet. Sushi can be a healthy and low-calorie option, especially if you choose rolls with vegetables and lean proteins such as tofu, fish, or seafood.

Are veggie sushi rolls healthy? ›

Sushi doesn't have to include fish. For the seafood-shy or vegetarians, veggie rolls (with things like avocado, cucumber, carrot, mushroom, onion, asparagus, and tofu) are healthy and readily available in supermarkets and sushi restaurants.

Is vegan sushi high in calories? ›

Vegetable sushi may contain a broad range of ingredients, and the varying sizes also make it difficult to give this food a specific calorie total. However, a typical roll may contain about 30 calories per piece, or about 350 calories per roll of 12 pieces.

How many calories are in vegan sushi? ›

Calories in Vegetarian Sushi - 12 pieces w/ carrot, cucumber, avocado, rice, seaweed
Calories260.0
Sodium90.0 mg
Potassium0.0 mg
Total Carbohydrate30.0 g
Dietary Fiber2.0 g
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