Lentils are a powerhouse of nutrition; high in both soluble and insoluble fibre, benefiting cardiovascular health, balancing hormones and improving the state of the gut. They're also incredibly rich in flavour and offer the perfect substitution for rice in these lovely rolls.
And do we even need to talk about avocados? I think the health benefits go without saying. They certainly offer a rich creaminess to these rolls that simply cannot be replaced. I love nothing more than a simple avocado roll.
Just look at this adorable little package.
Lentils are very quick to whip up, and you can choose the type that you love the most for this recipe. Once cooked, add a pinch of flavour - I usually go with a bit of tamari, a hint of Frank's and a splash of apple cider vinegar. Prep the veggies while the lentils cool; they've got to cool completely before rolling. For the sake of ease (and for the love of meal prep), I often cook and flavour my lentils a day or so ahead. They improve in texture and flavour when they get a chance to rest in the fridge.
Spread the completely cooled lentils on a sheet of nori and add a thin layer of spicy mayo.
Top this with your veggies - cucumber, avocado and cilantro.
You can certainly change up the filling, adding whichever veggies you love most; julienned carrots, shredded beets, broccoli sprouts, shredded kale or cooled sweet potato would go beautifully in these rolls.
Roll them up nice and tight and you're all set! You can store these rolls in the fridge for up to three days. They travel well and make a great, filling workday lunch.
Lentil & Avocado Nori Rolls
Makes 4 rolls
The lentils:
- About 2 cups cooked & mashed lentils
- A splash of tamari, soy sauce or coconut aminos
- A pinch of siracha or Frank's Hot Sauce
- An absolute hint of Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar or fresh lemon juice
- Sea salt to taste
- Roughly mash your warm, cooked lentils
- Combine the remaining ingredients and stir into the lentils
- Taste and adjust seasonings as you see fit
- Cool completely
The Toppings
- Thinly sliced avocado (one whole small or 1/2 large)
- Julienned cucumber (about 1/2 english cuke)
- 1 handful cilantro
Spicy Mayo
- 2 tbsp mayo (I like a good avocado mayo)
- 1 tsp siracha or Frank's
- Stir to combine
Put Them Together
- Place one sheet of nori on a sushi mat and evenly spread about 1/2 cup of cooled lentils, covering about 3/4 of the sheet
- Spread a thin layer of spicy mayo over the lentils
- Place your veggies on top of the mayo
- Roll!
