For those struggling with histamine intolerance, Cauliflower Sushi Rolls offer a delicious and nourishing option. Raw nori sheets provide a nutrient-dense base rich in minerals, while cauliflower, mixed vegetables, and avocado offer a variety of flavors and textures.
By using cauliflower instead of traditional sushi rice, these rolls are low in histamine and suitable for individuals with sensitivities who enjoy eating sushi. They are also low carb, making them a good choice for those concerned about metabolic health.
Enjoy these homemade sushi rolls as a satisfying snack or light meal, providing a nutritious boost while keeping histamine levels in check.
What Are These Cauliflower Keto Sushi Rolls Made Of?
These delicious Cauliflower Sushi Rolls are a delightful combination of nourishing ingredients.
The main components include nori, a delicious and mineral-rich sea vegetable, cauliflower, to create a rice-like texture, and avocado to add creaminess and a touch of healthy fat.
Then you can customize it or make several different nori rolls by filling them with crispy, delicious, histamine-free veggies like carrots, beets, broccoli, broccoli sprouts, peppers, and squashes.
How Do You Make A Sushi Roll Using Cauliflower Instead of Rice?
Making Cauliflower Keto Sushi Rolls is a simple and enjoyable process. The whole family will enjoy making these low-carb finger foods, and everyone will be impressed!
First, you make cauliflower rice by grating or chopping the cauliflower.
Spread the cauliflower sushi rice on the nori sheet, then lay the remaining ingredients across the “rice.” Roll the nori up tightly, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
How Do These Ingredients Help With Hormone Balancing?
Cauliflower Sushi is a nutrient-dense and delicious option to include in your diet. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, cauliflower supports hormone balancing and provides essential nutrients for overall well-being.
Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable rich in nutrients like vitamin C and fiber, which support hormone metabolism and promote overall hormonal balance.
Vitamin C supports the production and regulation of hormones, while fiber aids in their proper elimination from the body.
Cauliflower is naturally low in histamine and is gluten-free, and this low carb sushi recipe turns a traditionally high-carb meal into a keto-friendly one. By using cauliflower in sushi recipes, as a keto substitute for a grain-free alternative to traditional sushi rice, this keto sushi recipe allows individuals with histamine sensitivity to enjoy a flavorful and satisfying dish without worrying about histamine-related reactions.
Cauliflower serves as an excellent ingredient for blood glucose balancing due to its low carbohydrate content and high fiber content. The fiber in cauliflower slows down the absorption of sugars into the bloodstream, preventing sudden spikes in blood glucose levels.
By including cauliflower in this sushi roll, you create a nutritious and blood sugar-friendly meal option that promotes balanced energy levels and supports overall well-being.
Nori contains iodine, an essential mineral for thyroid function, which plays a crucial role in hormone regulation. Nori is a type of seaweed commonly used in sushi and in plant-based and keto diets.
Iodine is vital for the synthesis of thyroid hormones and proper thyroid function, which is essential for maintaining hormone balance throughout the body.
Nori is naturally low in histamine, making it a suitable option for those with histamine sensitivity.
Nori contributes to balanced blood glucose and insulin through its low carbohydrate content and high nutrient density. It provides essential minerals and vitamins while being low in calories and carbohydrates.
This versatile seaweed adds not only a delicious umami flavor but also a range of nutrients that support overall well-being and align with goals for hormone balancing, histamine intolerance management, and glucose regulation.
Avocado is a rich source of healthy fats, including monounsaturated fats, which are essential for hormone production and balance.
Consuming adequate healthy fats supports the body's ability to produce and regulate hormones effectively.
Avocado also contains phytochemicals that aid in modulating hormone activity, contributing to overall hormonal balance. It is a low-carbohydrate food that contains a good amount of dietary fiber ideal for a green keto diet.
This combination of healthy fats and fiber helps slow down the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, resulting in a more gradual release of glucose into the bloodstream.
Avocado is considered a low-histamine food, making it suitable for individuals with histamine intolerance.
The assortment of vegetables adds a range of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support overall hormonal health and contribute to a balanced diet.
Carrots, beets, broccoli, broccoli sprouts, red bell pepper, and squash are rich in various vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support hormone metabolism and balance. The also provide a range of nutrients without triggering histamine-related symptoms.
They provide essential nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin A, and phytochemicals, which play important roles in hormonal health.
These vegetables are generally low in carbohydrates and high in fiber, making them excellent choices for promoting balance.
This versatile and flavorful dish offers a creative way to enjoy cauliflower and a variety of vegetables, adding both nutritional value and culinary enjoyment to your meals. Incorporate Cauliflower Keto Sushi into your diet to benefit from their nutrient density, hormone-balancing properties, metabolism support, and histamine intolerance-friendly nature.
Vegan Cauliflower Sushi Rolls | Gluten-Free
Equipment
- food processor
Ingredients
- 4 raw nori sheets
- 1/2 cauliflower head
- 1 avocado thinly sliced
- variation of any vegetables grated or sliced in long thin strips: carrots, beets, broccoli, broccoli sprouts, peppers, squashes
Instructions
- In a food processor, grind cauliflower until rice-like or grainy.
- Place a thin layer of cauliflower on a nori sheet. Spread to edges side to side and within 1 – 2 inches from top and bottom.
- Place thinly sliced avocado and veggies in the center of cauliflower.
- Roll the nori sheet, pulling tight as you roll it up, and place a few drops of water along the seam to seal. You can use a bamboo roller to make it easier.
- Cut with a serrated knife. Dip the knife in water before cutting.
Nutrition
Where Can You Find More Recipes Like This?
You can find this recipe and many other hormone-balancing recipes in Dr. Ritamarie's Sweet Spot Recipe Collection. This collection is a treasure trove of delicious and nutritious recipes specifically designed to support hormone balance and overall well-being. Enjoy exploring the collection to find more delightful creations that nourish your body and promote optimal hormone health.
The Sweet Spot Collection is part of our Nutrition Membership, which is packed full of recipes, video demonstrations and resources to support eating a delicious, whole-foods nutrient-dense, plant-strong diet.
My wife’s all-time favorite dish was sushi. When she went keto our trips to the sushi house ended. She’s going to be over the moon when I make this for her 🙂