5 from 3 votes

Servings rolls

Avocado roll is one of the easiest sushi recipes you can make at home. With just 6 simple ingredients, it’s simple, fresh, and perfect for beginners!

Looking for more sushi roll recipes? Try my cucumber roll, or explore more easy sushi recipes!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

No need sushi-making skills, perfect for beginners
Simple and delicious vegan sushi rolls
Made with just 6 simple ingredients

Types of Sushi Rolls

Sushi rolls, known in Japanese as maki sushi or norimaki, are made by wrapping a sheet of nori (seaweed) around vinegared rice and fillings.

There are three main types of maki sushi:

Hosomaki: thin rolls with a single filling
Futomaki: thick rolls with multiple fillings
Uramaki: inside-out rolls with the rice on the outside

Recipe Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this Avocado Sushi Recipe:

Ingredients for avocado sushi roll homemade.

Cooked Rice: Use Japanese short-grain rice for the best texture. It’s soft, slightly sticky, and holds together well for sushi. If you’re new to cooking rice, check out my guide: How to cook Japanese short-grain rice on the stove.
Avocado: Creamy avocado is the star of this recipe. Choose ripe avocados that are slightly soft when gently pressed.
Nori Seaweed Sheets: Nori is dried seaweed used to wrap sushi rolls. For this recipe, use a full-size sheet and cut it in half to make smaller, easier-to-roll sushi.
Rice Vinegar, Sugar, and Salt: These are used to season the rice and give sushi its signature flavor. For best results, use rice vinegar as it’s milder than other types.

Sushi Rolling Tool: Makisu (Bamboo Mat)

A makisu is a traditional bamboo mat used for rolling sushi.
It helps shape the roll and keeps the ingredients tightly packed.

Don’t have a makisu? You can use a sheet of plastic wrap as a simple substitute.

How To Make Avocado Roll: STEP BY STEP

Here’s a quick visual guide! Check the recipe card below for the video and full details!

Step 1

Slice avocado.

Step 2

Blend rice vinegar, salt and sugar.

Step 3

Add the vinegar mixture to the cooked rice and blend well.

Step 4

Place a nori sheet on a sushi mat and spread the sushi rice.

Step 5

Place the avocado slice on the center of the rice.

Step 6

Roll from the front and apply gentle pressure to shape the roll.

Cut the roll into small-bite sizes and serve them alongside soy sauce for dipping. You can also offer wasabi (Japanese horseradish) and pickled ginger on the side for added flavor. Enjoy!

Recipe Tips

Handle the rice gently
When mixing the sushi rice, try not to mash the grains. Use a gentle folding motion to combine the rice and seasonings.
Let the rice cool
If your sushi rice is still warm, let it cool to room temperature before using.
Don’t overfill the roll
As a guide, use about 70–80g of rice per roll. This makes rolling much easier and helps prevent the filling from spilling out.
Spread the rice evenly
Take your time to spread the rice in an even layer over the nori. This helps your sushi roll look neat and hold together well.
Use the correct side of nori
Nori has a shiny side and a rough side. When assembling your sushi roll, place the nori with the shiny side facing down so it ends up on the outside.

Avocado Roll Variations

Here are some customization ideas you might want to try!

Avocado cucumber roll: Add cucumber for a fresh crunch
Avocado cream cheese roll: Add cream cheese for extra creaminess.
Avocado veggie roll: Add fresh veggies like carrots, red cabbage, and sprouts.
Spicy avocado roll: Mix in sriracha or spicy mayo for heat.

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Easy Avocado Sushi Roll

5 from 3 votes

Prep: 10

Cook: 10

Total: 20

Servings: rolls

Author: Juri Austin

Avocado roll is one of the easiest sushi recipes you can make at home. With just 6 simple ingredients, it’s simple, fresh, and perfect for beginners!

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Equipment

1 Makisu (Bamboo sushi mat), (You can also use cling wrap to roll sushi.)

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare the ingredients: Slice the avocado into even pieces. Cut a nori sheet in half along the lines using your hands or scissors.
Make the sushi rice: In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl, then gradually pour the mixture over the rice while gently folding with a rice paddle or spatula.
Assemble: Place the nori on a bamboo mat, shiny side down. Spread the rice evenly over the nori, leaving about 1 cm (½ inch) uncovered at the top. Place 2 avocado slices across the center.
Roll: Lift the edge of the mat closest to you and start rolling tightly, keeping the filling in place with your fingers. Continue rolling until sealed, applying gentle pressure to shape the roll.
Cut the sushi roll: Wipe your knife with a damp cloth before cutting. Cut the roll in half, then align the halves and cut each into 3 pieces.

Notes

When mixing the sushi rice, try not to mash the grains. Use a gentle folding motion to combine the rice and seasonings.
If your sushi rice is still warm, let it cool to room temperature before using.
As a guide, use about 70–80g of rice per roll. This makes rolling much easier and helps prevent the filling from spilling out.
Take your time to spread the rice in an even layer over the nori. This helps your sushi roll look neat and hold together well.
Nori has a shiny side and a rough side. When assembling your sushi roll, place the nori with the shiny side facing down so it ends up on the outside.

Video

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 148kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3g

This nutritional information is estimated and provided for general reference only.

Course: Rice

Cuisine: Japanese

Keyword: avocado sushi roll

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