Description
Delicious and low-carb Keto Sushi Rolls featuring smoked salmon, creamy avocado, fresh cucumber, and cream cheese, garnished with black and white sesame seeds. These sushi rolls are easy to prepare without rice, making them perfect for keto and low-carb diets. Serve with soy sauce or tamari for an authentic sushi experience.
Ingredients
For the Sushi Rolls
- 8 ounces smoked salmon (thinly sliced, cold)
- 2 ounces Philadelphia cream cheese (cut into sticks)
- ½ medium cucumber (peeled, cut into matchsticks)
- ½ avocado (sliced)
For Garnish
- Black and white sesame seeds (for garnish)
For Serving
- Soy sauce or tamari (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Work Surface: Cover a large flat work surface with a sheet of plastic wrap and evenly sprinkle black and white sesame seeds over the plastic wrap to add a nutty flavor and nice texture to the rolls.
- Arrange the Salmon: Lay the thinly sliced smoked salmon on top of the sesame-seeded plastic wrap, overlapping the slices to form a rectangular sheet approximately 6 inches wide and 12 inches long, with the longest sides facing you to mimic a sushi nori sheet.
- Add the Fillings: Carefully line the cream cheese sticks, avocado slices, and cucumber matchsticks on top of the salmon sheet, starting about half an inch from the edge closest to you. Be gentle to avoid disturbing the salmon arrangement.
- Roll the Sushi: Using the plastic wrap as a guide, slowly and tightly roll the salmon around the fillings, being careful not to roll the plastic wrap itself into the sushi. The roll should be firm and compact.
- Chill the Roll: Wrap the salmon roll tightly in the plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let it firm up and become easier to slice.
- Slice and Serve: Remove the plastic wrap and use a sharp knife to cut the roll into sixteen half-inch-thick pieces. Arrange on a serving platter and serve with soy sauce or tamari for dipping, if desired.
Notes
- Using plastic wrap sprinkled with sesame seeds prevents sticking and adds great flavor and texture.
- Keep the smoked salmon cold and handle gently to maintain texture and appearance.
- Use a very sharp knife and clean it between cuts to achieve clean slices.
- For a spicier variation, add a thin layer of wasabi to the salmon before adding fillings.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free if you use gluten-free tamari as a dipping sauce.
- Store leftover rolls wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese
