Save to Pinterest 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 brings together fresh ingredients and a delicious fusion of flavors that I first shared with my family last holiday season, and it was an instant hit.
Ingredients
- Proteins: 200 g smoked salmon slices, 200 g cottage cheese (low-fat or regular), 2 hard-boiled eggs peeled and chopped
- Vegetables: 1 small cucumber julienned, 1 small avocado sliced, 1 small carrot julienned, 2 spring onions finely sliced
- Wrap & Extras: 4 sheets nori (sushi seaweed), 2 tbsp light cream cheese (optional for spreading), 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- Serving & Garnish: Soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free) to serve, Pickled ginger to serve (optional), Wasabi to serve (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, chopped eggs, lemon juice, black pepper, and chopped dill until well combined.
- Step 2:
- Lay one nori sheet shiny side down on a bamboo sushi mat or clean kitchen towel.
- Step 3:
- Optional Lightly spread a thin layer of cream cheese over the nori leaving a 2 cm border at the top edge.
- Step 4:
- Evenly distribute one fourth of the cottage cheese mixture across the bottom third of the nori.
- Step 5:
- Layer with smoked salmon slices followed by cucumber carrot avocado and spring onion.
- Step 6:
- 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.
- Step 7:
- Repeat with remaining nori sheets and fillings.
- Step 8:
- Use a sharp damp knife to slice each roll into 6–8 pieces.
- Step 9:
- Arrange on a platter garnish with extra dill and serve with soy sauce wasabi and pickled ginger.
Save to Pinterest Making these sushi wraps always brings my family together around the table enjoying vibrant colors and fresh flavors.
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 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
Nutritional Information
Calories 230 Total Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 8 g Protein 24 g per serving 1/4 recipe.
Save to Pinterest Enjoy this healthy and colorful sushi wrap fresh for the best taste and texture.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of fish works best for this roll?
Smoked salmon is ideal for its rich flavor and texture, but smoked trout can be a great alternative.
- → Can I substitute the cottage cheese?
Yes, Greek yogurt can be used for a creamier texture, or cream cheese can be spread lightly on the nori.
- → How should I roll the wrap tightly?
Use a bamboo mat or clean towel, start from the bottom edge, and keep the filling compact as you roll. Moisten the edge with water to seal.
- → Are there vegetarian options for this wrap?
Replacing smoked salmon with tofu offers a pescatarian or vegetarian-friendly option while maintaining protein content.
- → What sides pair well with this roll?
Soy sauce or tamari, pickled ginger, and wasabi complement the flavors and add traditional accents.
- → Is this suitable for a gluten-free diet?
Yes, use tamari instead of soy sauce to keep it gluten-free, and check all ingredient labels for cross-contamination.