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Quinoa Sushi Salad

May 17, 2022 *Updated* May 17, 2022 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 46 Comments

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Quinoa Sushi Salad is perfect for sushi lovers. All the flavours of a California roll in a bowl. No precise cutting of veggies, no rolling. Chop, dress, serve!

A simple salad with all the sushi ingredients. Made without rice, using quinoa instead, adding a nutritional boost.

Quinoa Sushi Salad in a black and white bowl.

If you love lazy cabbage rolls or unrolled egg rolls, this deconstructed sushi bowl recipe will be a hit for sure.

I love sushi rolls. I have made them at home, but hey, you know it takes time to master the art of making them look perfect. Takeout can also be expensive. Voila! This deconstructed sushi roll in a bowl is so much easier. Takes a fraction of the time and tastes delicious.

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Deconstructed sushi roll salad.

RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for this sushi quinoa salad can be found at the bottom of this post.

Speaking of Japanese food, give these grilled shishito peppers a try. A fun and tasty appetizer that is sure to be the hit of any bbq party.

What’s In Quinoa Sushi Salad?

All the ingredients that are in California rolls (minus the rice):

Ingredients to make a sushi quinoa salad.
  • Quinoa
  • Avocado
  • Imitation crabmeat
  • Carrots
  • Cucumber
  • Bell peppers
  • Soy Sauce
  • Rice wine vinegar
  • Sugar
  • Seasonings
  • Dried seaweed

Deconstructed Sushi Salad Is Easy To Make

This sushi salad bowl is made in about 20 minutes. Much less time than rolling. Full instructions are found in the recipe card below.

  • Cook quinoa
  • Make dressing
  • Chop veggies
  • Reconstitute seaweed
Steps in making a salad with sushi ingredients.
  • Add dressing to cooked quinoa
  • Add seasonings
  • Toss in veggies
Adding seaweed and crab into the sushi bowl.
  • Toss in seaweed
  • Add crabmeat
  • Combine and chill
  • Place in serving bowls and garnish
Sushi quinoa salad in a blue and white bowl.

This recipe makes a huge salad. Perfect for lunch or dinner.

Suggestions/Recipe Tips

Quinoa – I love using quinoa in recipes. It adds nutrition and is easy to cook. Check out these tasty recipes:

  • Stuffed Peppers
  • Quinoa Tuna Casserole
  • Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
  • Mini Mexican Casseroles

You can also use sushi rice, short-grain Calrose rice, and regular white or brown rice for this salad.

Imitation Crabmeat – is simple to use in recipes. It is precooked and ready to eat. You can also use canned crab, real crab meat (cooked), or canned tuna.

Togarashi Seasoning – a favourite blend in my kitchen. You can find it at specialty grocery stores. You can make your own blend using white and black sesame seeds and some heat from cayenne or sriracha seasoning. Adjust according to your taste.

Salad with sushi ingredients.

Wakame – is an edible seaweed. You can find it in Asian markets or on Amazon. You can also use nori cut into strips.

Garnish – I used everything bagel seasoning in this recipe. You can use toasted sesame seeds, finely chopped green onion, pickled ginger, wasabi or seaweed salad.

Storage – always keep this covered in the fridge. It is best served cold. Leftovers will last 2-3 days. I do not recommend freezing leftovers.

Sushi roll salad on chopsticks.

Sushi FAQ

What is sushi?

A staple in Japanese cuisine. Traditionally made with cooked sushi rice, raw vegetables, soy sauce dressing, raw and cooked seafood, and pickled ginger. It is always served cold.

Is sushi healthy?

Low in calories with no added fat it is considered a healthy meal.

Are there cooked sushi rolls?

Yes, that is where the imitation crab is used. California Roll, Philadelphia Roll, some Maki Rolls, and also Shrimp Tempura all have cooked fish.

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Sushi Salad made with quinoa instead of rice.
Quinoa Sushi Salad in a black and white bowl.

Quinoa Sushi Salad

Quinoa Sushi Salad is a deconctructed California roll in a bowl, swapping out the rice for quinoa.
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Course: Dinner Salad, Salad
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: Sushi
Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 194kcal
Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

Ingredients

For Sushi Salad:

  • 1 cup quinoa uncooked
  • 2 cups water
  • 8 ounces imitation crab meat
  • 4 ounces avocado
  • 5 ounces cucumber
  • 2 ounces bell pepper
  • 2 ounces carrots peeled
  • 2 tablespoons wakame dried seaweed
  • 1 tablespoon Togarashi seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning for garnish

For Dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
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Instructions

Cook Quinoa:

  • Cook quinoa according to package directions. Once cooked, place in a large mixing bowl.
    1 cup quinoa, 2 cups water

Prepare Seaweed:

  • Place the dried seaweed in a bowl and cover with cold water. Let sit about 5 minutes, drain, chop and set aside.
    2 tablespoons wakame dried seaweed

Make Dressing:

  • Combine the dressing ingredients. Heat on the stovetop, or microwave until the sugar is melted. Set aside.
    3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, 1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sugar

Veggies and Crab:

  • Dice all the veggies and set aside.
    4 ounces avocado, 5 ounces cucumber, 2 ounces bell pepper, 2 ounces carrots
  • Chop the crabmeat.
    8 ounces imitation crab meat

Assembling the Salad:

  • To the cooled quiona add the salad dressing and mix.
  • Add the Togarashi seasoning and mix.
    1 tablespoon Togarashi seasoning
  • Toss in the diced veggies and mix.
  • Add in the reconsitiuted and chopped seaweed and crab meat, mix until combined. Place in fridge until ready to serve.

To Serve:

  • Dish salad into serving bowls and garnish with everyting bagel seasoning.
    2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning

Nutrition Information

Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 876mg | Potassium: 345mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1925IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg
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Comments

  1. Annie

    May 29, 2022 at 5:08 pm

    I loved that this salad had all my favorite sushi flavors but with a healthier grain and without all the work!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 30, 2022 at 9:12 am

      All the flavours and none of the work are the best kind of recipes. ENJOY!

  2. Daniela

    May 29, 2022 at 10:16 am

    This was my first time making a Sushi Salad and I am hooked. Such a delicious and easy recipe. Loved it

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 29, 2022 at 4:01 pm

      All the flavours and none of the work right? This is the easiest way to enjoy sushi by far.

  3. Luke

    May 27, 2022 at 4:33 am

    The perfect summer salad recipe; we love quinoa in our house; this will be getting made for a good BBQ side salad 🙂

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 27, 2022 at 9:41 am

      I agree, this sushi salad is the perfect bbq side salad.

  4. Savita

    May 24, 2022 at 8:28 am

    This quinoa salad looks so healthy and delicious, summer approved!!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 24, 2022 at 8:45 am

      The perfect way to enjoy sushi in a salad.

  5. Jacqui

    May 21, 2022 at 6:58 pm

    Never thought about making sushi salad with quinoa before but I love the creativity of this!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 22, 2022 at 9:44 am

      Quinoa is the perfect substitute for rice in this delicious sushi salad.

  6. Jessica

    May 19, 2022 at 10:45 am

    I knew as soon as saw this recipe that I had to try it because I much prefer quinoa over rice. I made it last not and I was not disappointed!! I just love how light, fresh, and flavorful it is. And the fact that it is so simple to prepare is definitely a plus!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 19, 2022 at 2:47 pm

      I totally agree, this sushi salad is so much easier than making sushi rolls. All the flavours, none of the work.

  7. Tavo

    May 19, 2022 at 10:20 am

    Very nice and fresh salad! It was perfect for today’s warm weather!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 19, 2022 at 2:48 pm

      I will have to agree with you, this sushi salad bowl is the perfect lunch on a warm sunny day.

  8. Amy

    May 19, 2022 at 10:03 am

    All the best parts of sushi in one delicious salad! Love the bagel seasoning as the final touch! Yum!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 19, 2022 at 2:48 pm

      The bagel seasoning works so well as a topping for this easy to make sushi salad.

  9. Toni

    May 19, 2022 at 10:00 am

    This quickly became a favorite salad at my house! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 19, 2022 at 2:49 pm

      It has become a favourite here as well. So gald you enjoyed this salad version of the classic California roll.

  10. Cara

    May 19, 2022 at 9:51 am

    Love the flavors of this salad! Perfect for a weekday lunch.

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 19, 2022 at 2:49 pm

      We love this sushi bowl for lunch or dinner. Glad you enjoyed it.

  11. Jere Cassidy

    May 18, 2022 at 11:06 am

    Wonderful salad. I am always looking for ways to use quinoa. Love how easy your recipe is and it gave me a reason to use my Everything Bagel seasoning.

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 18, 2022 at 1:08 pm

      Everything bagel seasoning works great in this quinoa sushi salad. Hope you give it a try soon.

  12. Kayla DiMaggio

    May 18, 2022 at 10:01 am

    Love this quinoa sushi salad! It was so easy and delicious!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 18, 2022 at 1:09 pm

      Yes it is so much easier making sushi salad over sushi rolls. ENJOY!

  13. Jeri

    May 18, 2022 at 10:01 am

    I love sushi, and this quinoa sushi salad is perfect for me! All the flavors of a California roll in a healthy, easy-to-eat salad! Yum!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 18, 2022 at 1:09 pm

      Easy to make, easy to eat….this sushi salad bowl ticks all the boxes.

  14. Peter

    May 18, 2022 at 9:19 am

    I absolutely love this! Just like a Taco Salad is made in a bowl, this Sushi Salad in a bowl is a game changer for me! Perfect for a healthy dinner!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 18, 2022 at 9:28 am

      I am so glad you are thrilled with this sushi salad recipe. We loved it too. Now hubby wants sushi more often.

  15. Cynthia | What A Girl Eats

    May 17, 2022 at 10:26 pm

    Thanks for including me! Pinned/tweeted and yummed!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 18, 2022 at 9:28 am

      You are very welcome, and thanks for the shares.

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