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Raw Vegan Sushi Rolls are made with fresh vegetables rolled in a nori sheet with miso and hemp hearts. They are light, healthy, and so easy to make!

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I’ve been making these raw sushi rolls for years and always have so much fun putting them together. It’s easy to eat one, two, or sometimes three rolls all by myself!

Why We Love This Recipe!

I’ve never been a fan of the rice typically used in sushi rolls, and prefer making them raw, without any grain. I much rather fill up on my veggies, and these raw sushi rolls always hit the spot.

  • Healthy – Made with wholesome ingredients, these veggie sushi rolls are filled with essential vitamins and minerals. Plus, they are grain and gluten-free!
  • Quick & easy – Once the veggies are prepped, they are super easy to assemble and can even be made in advance for later snacking or meal prep!

If you’ve ever wanted to make raw vegan sushi rolls – this recipe is for you!

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Ingredient Notes

Here is everything you will need to make vegan sushi rolls (measurements can be found in the recipe card below):

  • Avocado – We love the creaminess avocado adds.
  • Radish – Crunchy and colorful, radish lends a crisp, pungent, and sweet flavor.
  • Enoki mushrooms – These can be eaten raw or steamed for 8 – 10 minutes before use to ensure no bacteria are present.
  • Red bell pepper – Feel free to use any color you prefer or have on hand.
  • Cucumber – Adds a refreshing coolness and crunchy texture.
  • Carrots – We love to julienne the carrots, but cutting into matchsticks works just as well.
  • Sprouts – Full of nutrients, micro spouts are a great addition to vegetarian sushi rolls.
  • Miso – Adds umami to the sushi roll and helps seal it closed. Plus, it has many health benefits (read more at Healthline)!
  • Hemp hearts – Give your sushi rolls a nice dose of heart-healthy omegas with these power-packed hemp seeds!
  • Nori sheets – Made of seaweed, nori sheets will be used to roll the ingredients. They can be found in the Asian section of your local grocery store.

How To Make Raw Vegan Sushi Rolls

  1. Lay the nori sheet on the bamboo sushi mat. On the far end, spread 1 teaspoon of miso along the edge and sprinkle with hemp hearts.
  2. At the end closest to you, layer the veggies starting with the avocado, cucumber, carrots, radish, mushrooms, and sprouts.
  3. Starting with the veggie end, roll towards the miso, and slice.

After the first one, I improved immensely. Once you get the hang of it, it’s really easy.

Have fun and enjoy!

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Serving Suggestions

Pair your raw sushi rolls with any of these delicious sauces and soups:

  • Paired with the simple tamari-sesame dressing in the recipe card, it’s a flavorful combination for a light lunch or dinner!
  • For other dipping sauces, try this Dynamite Sauce (tahini based) or Sriracha Cashew Cream Sauce, both are delicious!
  • Serve with a small bowl of Roasted Miso Soup with Greens or Simple Miso Noodle Soup.
  • In keeping with a raw meal, this Raw Creamy Vegan Miso Soup with Mushrooms is perfect!
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More Sushi + Spring Roll Recipes!

  • Black Rice Sushi Bowl + Dynamite Sauce
  • Mango + Avocado Cauliflower Rice Sushi Rolls
  • Summer Rolls + Two Dipping Sauces

If you try this raw vegan sushi recipe, please let me know! Leave a comment and rate it below. I love to hear what you think, or any changes you make.

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RAW VEGAN SUSHI ROLLS

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Raw vegan sushi rolls are gluten free, grain free, and so easy to make. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner!

  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Makes 3 rolls 1x
  • Category: Entree, Snack
  • Cuisine: Vegan

Ingredients

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  • 3 raw nori sheets (I used these – Amazon, or these – Vitacost are good too)
  • 3 teaspoons miso paste, divided
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons hemp hearts, divided
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 2 radishes, julienned
  • 1 small cucumber, julienned
  • 2 carrots, julienned
  • 1 small red bell pepper, julienned
  • 1 batch enoki mushrooms
  • pea shoots or sprouts of your choice

Dipping Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons Nama Shoyu, tamari, or coconut aminos
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 4 teaspoons scallions, sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste

Instructions

Lay a nori sheet on the bamboo sushi mat.

Start by spreading your miso paste along the farthest edge of the nori sheet. Add some of the hemp hearts to the miso paste, gently press so the seeds stay put.

Next, on the end closest to you, add some avocado, cucumber, carrots, red pepper, radish, mushrooms and sprouts.

Finally, roll and slice.

Makes 3 rolls

Notes

Use your favorite miso, I used mellow miso (white or yellow), but red miso with a bolder flavor would be great too!

Make this dipping sauce oil free by omitting the oil.

For other dipping sauces, try this Dynamite Sauce (tahini based) or Sriracha Cashew Cream Sauce.

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FAQs

Do raw vegans eat sushi? ›

Raw Vegan Sushi Rolls are made with fresh vegetables rolled in a nori sheet with miso and hemp hearts. They are light, healthy, and so easy to make! I've been making these raw sushi rolls for years and always have so much fun putting them together. It's easy to eat one, two, or sometimes three rolls all by myself!

What sushi roll isn t raw? ›

1. California roll (“Kalifornia” on our menu)

If you want to stay clear of raw fish, this is a great all-around roll for you. The ingredients are: Blue claw crab mix. Avocado.

Are sushi rolls vegan? ›

Unfortunately, most sushi contains either fish or roe. But vegan sushi is nevertheless widely available in groceries and at restaurants. It's also easy to make at home. Whether you buy it or make it yourself, vegan sushi is some of the tastiest food you'll ever eat.

Is California roll raw? ›

Unlike traditional sushi rolls, the California roll does not use raw fish as its main ingredient. Instead, it features avocado, imitation crab (also called kani), cucumber, and sushi rice, all wrapped in a sheet of nori (seaweed).

Why raw vegan instead of vegan? ›

Those choosing to follow a raw vegan diet are often motivated by health reasons. They believe that raw and minimally heated foods are more nutritious than cooked ones. Alternative meal preparation methods, such as juicing, blending, soaking, sprouting and dehydrating, are used instead of cooking.

Can you survive as a raw vegan? ›

A raw vegan diet may not be sustainable in the long term. The lack of bread, cooked grains, and cooked legumes can make it challenging to get enough calories every day without frequent meals, which may make it too restrictive to be a 24/7 thing.

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