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 quickly became a holiday favorite in my family due to its vibrant colors and delicious flavors that everyone enjoys.
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 This dish brings my family together every holiday as we share and enjoy the colorful rolls and conversation.
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
Nutritional Information
Calories 230, Total Fat 10 g, Carbohydrates 8 g, Protein 24 g per serving (1/4 recipe)
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Recipe FAQs
- → What type of fish is best for the wrap?
Smoked salmon adds rich flavor and protein, but smoked trout works well as a substitute for a similar texture and taste.
- → Can this be made vegetarian?
Yes, replacing smoked salmon with tofu provides a plant-based alternative while maintaining protein content.
- → How do I keep the wrap from falling apart?
Using a bamboo sushi mat or clean towel helps roll the nori tightly while moistening the edge seals the wrap securely.
- → What can I serve alongside for dipping?
Light tamari or gluten-free soy sauce pairs well, along with optional wasabi and pickled ginger to enhance flavors.
- → Are there ways to increase protein content?
Adding cooked quinoa or swapping cream cheese for Greek yogurt boosts protein without compromising texture.