Description
Think lunchbox treat meets sushi bar—these Sushi Sandwich Rolls are perfect for picky eaters, busy parents, or backyard picnics with the kiddos. A fun fusion food that transforms ordinary sandwich ingredients into colorful, bite-sized pinwheels.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices white or whole wheat sandwich bread (soft, crusts trimmed)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 small cucumber, julienned (cut into matchsticks)
- 1 small carrot, peeled and julienned
- 4 slices deli turkey or ham (or use cooked crab sticks if ya want that classic sushi feel)
- 1 avocado, sliced thin
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
- Soy sauce or sweet chili sauce for dipping
- Plastic wrap, for rolling
Instructions
- Flatten It Out: Take your trimmed sandwich bread and flatten each slice with a rolling pin. You want it real thin, like a sushi rice sheet.
- Spread & Layer: Slather a thin layer of cream cheese on each slice. If you’re feelin’ adventurous, mix a little mayo in there too. Then layer up your cucumber, carrot, avocado, and turkey (or whatever protein you’re usin’) right down the center.
- Roll It Up Tight: Gently roll each slice into a tight little log—just like a sushi roll. Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and give it a gentle squeeze to help it hold its shape. Toss ’em in the fridge for about 15–20 minutes to firm up.
- Slice & Serve: Once chilled, unwrap and slice into 3–4 bite-size rounds, just like sushi! Serve with a little dish of soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, or even ranch if that’s your family’s vibe.
Notes
- For best results, use very fresh, soft bread that will flatten without tearing.
- Pat vegetables dry with paper towels before adding to prevent soggy rolls.
- These can be made up to 24 hours in advance if kept tightly wrapped in the refrigerator.
- For school lunches, slice just before packing to maintain freshness.
- Experiment with different spreads like hummus or flavored cream cheese for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (1 roll)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg