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Authentic sushi rolls are tricky to make, but you can enjoy similar flavors in this appetizer, a simple presentation of rice on greens. Use soft lettuce in place of spinach if you prefer.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
You Will Need
1 cup rice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons each lower-sodium soy sauce and lime juice
4 teaspoons sugar
1 carrot, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 small avocados, cut into 1/4-inch dice
24 small spinach leaves
What to Do
1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and salt, cover and simmer for 17 minutes or until tender.
2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring the vinegar, soy sauce, lime juice and sugar to a boil. Remove from the heat. Stir into the cooked rice. Transfer the seasoned rice to a bowl and let cool to room temperature.
3. Stir the carrot and avocados into the rice. Dividing evenly, spoon the mixture into four 8-ounce ramekins or bowls and gently but firmly press down. Arrange the spinach on serving plates and invert the molded rice salads onto the spinach.
Serves: 4
Per serving: Calories 322; fiber 3 g; protein 6 g; total fat 12 g; saturated fat 2 g; cholesterol 0 mg; sodium 473 mg
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