Low-Carb Sushi Wraps

These Low-Carb Sushi Wraps will satisfy all of your sushi cravings. It’s a super simple recipe that was inspired by the viral tortilla trend, but uses a seaweed sheet instead! The result? A delicious salmon, avocado, carrot, and cucumber sushi roll with rich cream cheese. Mmm.

The EASIEST Keto Sushi Recipe 

If you’re familiar with the tortilla hack trend, this is a similar version that uses Nori sheets for a sushi-inspired meal. Believe me when I say: these came out heavenly. 

So if you love sushi, but have been forced to be on a hiatus due to a low carb diet, then I’ve got some good news for you!

These sushi wraps will be one of the best low carb sushi options you’ve had to date. They’re filled with a creamy salmon salad, freshly sliced avocado, cucumber, carrot strips, and cream cheese. I then made a flavorful spicy mayo sauce that you can dip, dunk, or spoon over the wrap to take the deliciousness even further.

Why You’ll Love It

• A great way to eat sushi when on a low-carb/keto diet.
• You can easily customize it to your liking.
• It’s full of flavor and texture.
• The spicy sriracha sauce takes this recipe over the top!

Made with Simple Ingredients

(Note: These are only the featured ingredients used. The full ingredient list can be found in the recipe card below.)

• Salmon: Use any leftover salmon or cook some fresh and let it cool. 
• Mayonnaise: I used mayo to make the creamy salmon salad filling.
• Tamari: Provides that signature umami flavor of sushi. Don’t skip it!  
• Sheet of Nori: We used a seaweed sheet as the wrap for this recipe. 
• Avocado: Avocado adds a creamy element that goes so well with the salmon and veggies.
• Veggies: We used carrots and cucumbers for a classic sushi filling. 
• Cream Cheese: The cream cheese helps everything stick together while adding a rich, creamy flavor.

Simple Spicy Sauce (optional):

• Mayo
• Lime juice
• Sriracha
• Salt

Variations and Substitutions

Salmon: Feel free to use other sushi meat, like cooked tuna, (imitation) crab, etc. You could even use chicken if you so desire.

Mayonnaise: Greek yogurt would make a good substitute for mayonnaise if you want something lower in fat and higher in protein.

Tamari: Don’t have tamari? Soy sauce will taste just as good. 

Veggies: Other great sushi vegetables include green onions, asparagus, mushrooms, bell peppers, sprouts, and jalapeño.

Sesame Seeds: Not a fan of sesame seeds? Try sunflower seeds, or omit them altogether. 

Add Rice: Some rice or cauliflower rice would, of course, take these low-carb sushi wraps to the top! To keep them low carb, try this out with my Kaizen lupin rice!

How to Make Low-Carb Sushi Wraps

The steps are simple, and I’m outlining them below, but be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page to view the full, printable recipe card. You can also watch how it comes together in my Instagram reel!

STEP 1 – MAKE SALMON SALAD

If you’re cooking the salmon: Season salmon with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika and air fry for 11 minutes at 400°F. Then allow it to cool. (I did this ahead of time with 1 pound of salmon but you’ll only need about 1/4 pound for one serving).

Add COOLED salmon to a bowl, mashing it with a fork. Then add the mayo, sesame oil, Tamari, rice vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and sesame seeds. Mix it well, taste, and adjust as needed.

STEP 2 – PREP NORI

Grab a flat sushi nori sheet (Amazon affiliate link). Then grab some scissors and cut halfway up the middle to make 4 separate quadrants.

STEP 3 – ADD FILLING

Next, fill up each quadrant with the salmon salad, about 1/4 of an avocado, some carrot strips , cream cheese, and cucumber slices. I love this Julienne peeler (Amazon affiliate link) for the carrots!

STEP 4 – WRAP IT UP

Start with the bottom left quadrant and fold up, then fold across, then fold down. 

Eat as-is or dunk, dip, or spoon some sauce or soy sauce on top. I used a simple spicy sauce that I made by mixing 2 tablespoons mayo, juice of 1/2 lime, 1 tablespoon sriracha, and a pinch of salt.

And that’s a wrap! Serve and enjoy.

FAQ

What sushi is low in carbs?

If you’re on a low-carb diet, the only keto sushi options available are sashimi and naruto. Sashimi is made with plain sliced fish (which is 0 grams of carbohydrate, both net and total). 

Naruto uses thin, rolled cucumber instead of rice. Both options are low in calories and high in fiber, making them perfect for those on a low-carb diet. 

How do you reduce carbs in sushi?

One common way to lower the amount of carbs in sushi is to use cauliflower rice instead of regular white sushi rice. However, I personally prefer my Kaizen rice over cauliflower rice since it has a very similar texture and flavor to traditional sushi rice, but with significantly fewer carbs! This makes it perfect for those on a keto diet who still want to enjoy the taste of sushi rolls. 

You can also opt for low-carb versions of popular fillings like fish, shellfish, and even meat. This will give you a protein-rich sushi roll without nearly as much carbs.

Are nori wraps keto-friendly?

Yes! Nori wraps are an ideal food for those on a keto diet. They are made from dried sheets of seaweed, and each sheet typically contains only 1 gram of net carbs.

Storage

This is a single-serving meal. However, if you’re making this recipe in bulk, you may have leftovers. 

I recommend assembling only the sushi wraps that you know will get eaten. That way, you can make more later using the leftover fresh sushi ingredients. 

If you do end up with leftover wraps, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. The fresher, the better!

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