Save A festive, high-protein twist on sushi rolls featuring smoked salmon, cottage cheese, and fresh vegetables, wrapped in nori for a colorful, nutritious bite perfect for holidays and gatherings.
This recipe quickly became a favorite during holiday gatherings because it combines traditional flavors with a healthy twist
Ingredients
- Smoked salmon: 200 g smoked salmon slices
- Cottage cheese: 200 g low-fat or regular
- Hard-boiled eggs: 2, peeled and chopped
- Cucumber: 1 small, julienned
- Avocado: 1 small, sliced
- Carrot: 1 small, julienned
- Spring onions: 2, finely sliced
- Nori: 4 sheets sushi seaweed
- Light cream cheese: 2 tbsp optional for spreading
- Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
- Black pepper: 1 tsp freshly ground
- Dill: 1 tbsp chopped plus extra for garnish
- Soy sauce or tamari: to serve gluten-free
- Pickled ginger: to serve optional
- Wasabi: to serve optional
Instructions
- Mix the filling:
- In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, chopped eggs, lemon juice, black pepper, and chopped dill until well combined.
- Prepare the nori:
- Lay one nori sheet shiny side down on a bamboo sushi mat or clean kitchen towel.
- Spread cream cheese:
- Optional lightly spread a thin layer of cream cheese over the nori leaving a 2 cm border at the top edge.
- Distribute filling:
- Evenly distribute one fourth of the cottage cheese mixture across the bottom third of the nori.
- Add vegetables and salmon:
- Layer with smoked salmon slices followed by cucumber carrot avocado and spring onion.
- Roll the sushi:
- Using the mat tightly roll up the nori starting from the bottom edge keeping the filling compact Moisten the top edge with water to seal.
- Repeat:
- Repeat with remaining nori sheets and fillings.
- Slice rolls:
- Use a sharp damp knife to slice each roll into 6–8 pieces.
- Serve:
- Arrange on a platter garnish with extra dill and serve with soy sauce wasabi and pickled ginger.
Save My family loves making these sushi wraps together which makes holiday meals more fun and interactive
Notes
For extra protein add cooked quinoa or use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese Swap smoked salmon for smoked trout or tofu for a pescatarian or vegetarian version For a festive touch top slices with pomegranate seeds or microgreens
Required Tools
Bamboo sushi mat or clean kitchen towel Sharp knife Mixing bowl Cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains fish smoked salmon egg dairy cottage cheese cream cheese Nori and vegetables are generally allergen-free but check labels for cross-contamination For gluten-free use tamari instead of soy sauce Always verify ingredient labels if you have food allergies
Save This sushi wrap is a delicious and healthy addition to any holiday table perfect for sharing and customizing
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I prepare the roll ahead of time?
Yes, assembling the roll shortly before serving ensures the nori remains crisp and the vegetables stay fresh.
- → What alternatives can replace smoked salmon?
Try smoked trout or tofu for pescatarian or vegetarian preferences without losing flavor balance.
- → How should I store leftover rolls?
Keep them covered in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours for best freshness and texture.
- → Is it possible to add more protein?
Yes, incorporating cooked quinoa or substituting cream cheese with Greek yogurt boosts protein content.
- → What dipping sauces complement the roll?
Soy sauce or tamari pairs well, additionally wasabi and pickled ginger add a classic touch.