Vegan Sushi

One of my absolute favorite meals is sushi. I love all types of rolls. And, most of all I love the variety you can have within one meal by picking several different rolls. I also love the process and ritual involved in actually eating the sushi as well.

I've always wanted to make my own sushi but knew I wasn't up to the challenge of skillfully slicing fish.

Flash forward to adopting a vegan lifestyle and that concern went out the window.

I was most recently motivated on this endeavor by a vegetarian roll The Carnivore ordered on our last sushi adventure. And, I was looking for something fun to do for date night last Saturday.

Roll #1: Cucumber, Orange Bell Pepper, Avocado, Green Onion, and Vegan Cream Cheese
I found the vegan cream cheese was a passable imitation. I will certainly use this product again.

So fresh!

Roll #2: Teriyaki Tofu, Peppadew, Green Onion
Love the flavor of the peppadew but will use teriyaki mushrooms next time instead of tofu.

Roll #3: Butternut Squash, Walnut, Avocado

The Carnivore's favorite!

Roll #4: Peanut, Peppadew, Avocado

 I loved the crunch of the peanuts!

All served with edamame and a purple cabbage/carrot salad with ginger balsamic vinaigrette.

 *The Carnivore wants me to pack edamame as a snack for him to take to work!!*



The Carnivore enjoyed all the sushi. He particularly liked Roll #4 but Roll #3 was his favorite. He loves butternut squash and walnuts.

Overall, I was happy with this as a first try for vegan sushi but I can't wait to get more creative and do some tempura or spicy sauces.