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A poke-inspired California roll bowl layered with rice, crab, cucumber, and sliced avocado topped with sesame seeds.

California Roll Poke Bowl


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

An easy and healthy poke bowl inspired by the classic California roll, featuring sushi rice (or quinoa), imitation crab, avocado, cucumber, and flavorful toppings. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sushi rice (or quinoa)
  • 1¼ cups water
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup imitation crab sticks, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
  • 1 large avocado, sliced
  • 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
  • ¼ cup shredded nori sheets (optional)
  • Sriracha or spicy mayo, for drizzling

  • Instructions

    1. Rinse sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear, then combine with water in a pot or rice cooker and cook until tender.

    2. Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt; fold into cooked rice and set aside to cool slightly.

    3. In a bowl, combine shredded crab sticks with mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt) and a drizzle of soy sauce or sriracha for spice.

    4. Prepare toppings: slice cucumber and avocado, toast sesame seeds, and shred nori if using.

    5. Divide rice between two bowls, drizzle each with a little sesame oil.

    6. Top rice with crab mixture, cucumber slices, and avocado slices.

    7. Sprinkle sesame seeds and shredded nori over each bowl.

    8. Drizzle with soy sauce and/or spicy mayo or sriracha to taste.

    9. Serve immediately or refrigerate components separately for meal prep.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes

    Nutrition

    • Calories: 450
    • Sodium: 850
    • Fat: 15
    • Carbohydrates: 62
    • Protein: 18