Vegetarian Sushi Balls
These bite-sized Vegetarian Sushi Balls offer the flavor of sushi in an easy, roll-free format. Making these with my kids turned lunch prep into a game—rolling, pressing, and tasting together. They are great for families, lunchbox planners, and anyone wanting sushi flavors without rolling.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
For the Sushi Balls
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice slightly warm
- 1 small carrot finely grated
- 1/2 cucumber finely diced
- 1 avocado diced
- 1 sheet nori cut in thin strips
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar optional, no alcohol inside
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Cook sushi rice and let it cool until just warm.
- Transfer rice to a bowl, add rice vinegar (optional) and salt.
- Wet your hands lightly to prevent sticking.
- Take a small handful of rice and flatten it in your palm.
- Add carrot, cucumber, and avocado in the center.
- Wrap the rice around the filling and shape into a ball.
- Decorate with thin nori strips on top.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 24 hours.
Notes
This recipe celebrates bite-sized convenience and is fun for kids to help assemble.