QUINOA SUSHI

SERVES 1 | TAKES 30 MINUTES

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup quinoa, cooked and cooled slightly or to room temp (you can also prepare this the day before or in the morning for a cooler/more authentic sushi)

• Nori sheets

• Avocado, sliced

• Cucumber, sliced

• Firm tofu, sliced

• Healthy vegan mayonnaise (usually found in the health food store)

• Tamari or soy sauce*

*Tamari is a gluten free soy sauce, often found in the health food isle of supermarkets.

Things you will need:

• Small bowl with water for dipping fingers

• Chopping board for rolling sushi

• Optional: sushi roller (would make it easier, but I personally manage without)

METHOD

1. Cook quinoa according to packet instructions.

2. Prepare your filling options such as cucumber, tofu, and avocado.

3. Place nori sheets shiny side down with lines running vertical to your body.

4. Spread an even layer of quinoa over the base of the nori sheet ( ~1cm thick), remembering to leave a small strip section free on the end furthest from you.

5. Layer the tofu strips, avocado, and cucumber slices, and vegan mayo over the quinoa, ensuring not to overfill!

6. Roll up your sushi, and wet the end section with water to seal your roll. Cut into slices and enjoy with tamari dipping sauce!