Keto Sushi Rolls You Can Actually Make at Home (No Rice, No Fuss!)

Hey love! 💕 Just because you’re doing keto doesn’t mean you have to miss out on your sushi fix. Yup, you heard that right—you can totally enjoy delicious, satisfying sushi rolls without all the rice and carbs. Whether you’re craving something creamy, spicy, crunchy, or fresh, I’ve got you covered. These low-carb sushi roll ideas are easy to make, super customizable, and perfect for a cute night in, meal prep, or even your next dinner party spread.

No fancy chef skills needed—just a few smart swaps and you’ll be rolling (literally!) in flavor. So grab your nori sheets, your favorite fillings, and let’s do this 🥢💫

Spicy Salmon Avocado Roll

🔥 Creamy + spicy + satisfying = total keto sushi magic

If you’re into bold flavors with a little kick, this one’s calling your name! This roll is packed with healthy fats from the salmon and avocado and delivers that satisfying sushi vibe—without a single grain of rice.

Ingredients (makes 1 roll, 8 slices – serves 2):

• 3 oz sushi-grade salmon (or canned wild salmon)

• ½ ripe avocado, sliced

• 1 tbsp cream cheese (optional)

• 1 tsp sriracha or sugar-free chili sauce

• 1 nori sheet

Instructions:

1. Lay nori on your mat, shiny side down.

2. Mash salmon with cream cheese and sriracha in a bowl.

3. Spread the mix in a line near the bottom, add avocado.

4. Roll tightly, seal with water, chill for 10 mins, then slice.

Faves:
– Wild-caught canned salmon – perfect for keto rolls
– Spicy mayo
– Bamboo sushi rolling mat kit

California Roll Remix (Keto-Style!)

🥑 Classic, creamy, and totally guilt-free

This keto take on the iconic California roll uses real crab or imitation crab with less carbs (check the labels!) and swaps the rice for light cream cheese or cauliflower rice. It’s one of those “you won’t even miss the rice” moment.

Ingredients (makes 1 roll – serves 2):

• 4–5 long cucumber ribbons (use a veggie peeler)

• 1 oz each of smoked salmon, cooked shrimp, and tuna or real crab meat

• ¼ bell pepper, thinly sliced

• ¼ avocado, sliced

• 1 tbsp cream cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Lay overlapping cucumber ribbons on a mat.

2. Layer in the proteins and veggies.

3. Roll it up carefully and slice with a sharp knife.

Faves:
– Sustainably sourced crab meat
– Organic Steamable Riced Cauliflower
– Non-stick sushi rolling mat

Pro Tip:
Cut everything into long strips so they roll up easily and look super pretty when sliced.!

Cucumber Wrapped Rainbow Roll

🌈 Light, fresh, and oh-so-photogenic

This one’s all about the wow factor. Instead of nori, you’ll wrap your fillings in thin cucumber ribbons. It's crunchy, fresh, and perfect for hot days or when you're in the mood for something lighter. 

Ingredients (makes 1 roll – serves 2):

• 2 oz smoked salmon

• 2 tbsp cream cheese

• ¼ cucumber, thin strips

• 1 tsp everything bagel seasoning

• 1 nori sheet

Instructions:

1. Spread cream cheese onto the nori.

2. Add salmon and cucumber strips.

3. Roll up, sprinkle seasoning on top, slice into 8.

Faves:
– Julienne peeler for perfect cucumber ribbons
– Smoked wild-caught salmon slices
– Metal Chopsticks Reusable

Picture This:
Arrange your rainbow rolls on a white tray with pickled ginger and soy sauce drizzle—Pinterest-worthy and delicious!

Cream Cheese & Smoked Salmon Roll

🎣 Like a bagel... but better

This one is perfect for brunch vibes or when you’re craving something indulgent but still keto-friendly. Smoked salmon and cream cheese were meant to be together.

Ingredients (makes 1 roll – serves 2):

• 2 oz smoked salmon

• 2 tbsp cream cheese

• ¼ cucumber, thin strips

• 1 tsp everything bagel seasoning

• 1 nori sheet

Instructions:

1. Spread cream cheese onto the nori.

2. Add salmon and cucumber strips.

3. Roll up, sprinkle seasoning on top, slice into 8.

Faves:
– Everything bagel seasoning – keto approved
– Creamy keto-approved cream cheese
– Reusable sushi molds for perfect rolls

Rosie Tip:
Sprinkle bagel seasoning on the outside of the roll for that extra gourmet touch!

Tuna Mayo Crunch Roll

🐟 Creamy, crunchy, and packed with flavor

If you love spicy tuna rolls but need something keto-fied, this roll delivers! You get creamy tuna salad with a little heat, all wrapped up with some keto crunch.

Ingredients (makes 1 roll – serves 2):

• 1 (5 oz) can tuna in oil, drained

• 2 tbsp sugar-free mayo

• ¼ avocado, sliced

• Chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce

• 1 tbsp crushed pork rinds or sesame seeds

• 1 nori sheet

Instructions:

1. Mix tuna with mayo and chili flakes.

2. Add filling to the nori with avocado.

3. Roll tight, chill 5–10 mins, top with crunch, slice!

Faves:
– Keto-approved mayo
– Crispy pork rinds – perfect crunchy topping
– Nori seaweed snack packs

How-To:
Mix your tuna with mayo and spice, roll it up with avo, and sprinkle your crunch on top just before serving!

Egg Sheet Keto Tamago Roll

🍳 Soft, savory, and full of protein

This one swaps the traditional rice entirely for thin sheets of cooked egg. It’s high-protein, fluffy, and super unique! You’ll feel like a sushi pro in your own kitchen.

Ingredients (makes 1 roll – serves 2):

• 2 eggs

• 1 tbsp heavy cream or coconut milk

• Pinch of salt

• ¼ avocado, sliced

• 2 tbsp cooked tuna or salmon

• Optional: chives or green onions

Instructions:

1. Whisk eggs with cream + salt. Cook as a thin crepe.

2. Place cooked egg on parchment or mat.

3. Add filling, roll gently, slice into rounds.

Faves:
– Silicone omelette pan – makes thin egg sheets a breeze
– Coconut cream for fluffier eggs

Rosie Hack:
Cook your eggs in a non-stick pan like a crepe, then layer your fillings and roll up like a sushi burrito!

Vegan Avocado-Cucumber Nori Wrap

🥒 No fish? No problem! Plant-based + keto = yes please

You don’t need seafood to enjoy sushi. This wrap is all veggies, all flavor, and still low-carb. Great for Meatless Mondays or when you just want something super refreshing.

Ingredients (makes 1 roll – serves 2):

• ½ avocado, sliced

• ¼ cucumber, julienned

• ¼ bell pepper, thin strips

• Handful of spinach or lettuce

• 1 tsp coconut aminos

• 1 nori sheet

Instructions:

1. Layer veggies on the nori sheet.

2. Roll it up, dip in coconut aminos, and enjoy!

Faves:
– Raw organic nori sheets
– Coconut aminos – soy-free & low-carb
– Sushi Knife, High Carbon for perfect slicing

Visual Tip:
Roll these tight, slice into pinwheels, and serve with dipping sauce in little bowls—so fresh and cute.

final thoughts

See? Keto sushi is totally doable and absolutely delicious. Whether you're craving bold flavors or something super light and fresh, these rolls give you all the sushi joy—without sabotaging your low-carb goals.

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