When a sushi craving hits, who says you need fish? I’ve rounded up 20 easy vegetarian sushi recipes that bring all the nori wrapped, rice filled joy you love, no meat required.
From classic rolls to wild mash ups, these are the vibrant, crunchy and creamy bites I can’t stop making. Time to roll!
1. Coconut Sticky Rice Dessert Sushi
For dessert, I’m taking you to tropical heaven with this sticky coconut rice sushi. Sweet, luscious coconut sticky rice is draped with a chunk of ripe mango and a drizzle of creamy coconut sauce. One bite and I’m on a beach somewhere, completely blissed out.
2. Sushi Avocado Toast
Is avocado toast still cool? I don’t even care because I’m still fully obsessed.
I love giving it a Japanese spin with this sushi avocado toast moment. It’s your usual creamy avocado on toast, but loaded up with carrot and cucumber matchsticks, little bits of seaweed, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. It’s bright and crunchy, and so fun.
3. Sweet Potato Sushi
Roasted sweet potato rolled up in sushi rice and nori, then drizzled with a creamy Sriracha mayo. I know, it sounds almost too simple, but trust me, this one is dangerously good. That sweet, creamy combo with its spicy kick is absolutely addictive.
4. Avocado Cucumber Sushi Roll
I’m a total sucker for anything wrapped in nori with that seasoned Japanese rice. This avocado and cucumber roll is as simple as it gets, but oh my, does it hit the spot.
If you’ve ever felt like rolling sushi at home is some kind of impossible magic trick, let this one change your mind. It’s so doable and so delicious.
5. Sushi Bowl
Everything I adore about sushi, just piled high in a gorgeous bowl! This one’s vegan, gluten free, and oil free, which feels like a total win.
Fluffy rice gets tossed with carrots, cucumber, creamy avocado, edamame, and sweet potatoes, then finished with a swoosh of spicy cashew mayo and a shower of crumbled nori. It’s a flavor and texture party in every single bite.
6. Avocado & Roasted Red Pepper Sushi
Creamy avocado and sweet, slightly spicy roasted red pepper come together in this vibrant roll that tastes as good as it looks. Want to dial up the drama? Swap in black rice for a beautiful purple black hue that makes every bite a feast for the eyes.
7. Eggplant Sushi
Vegan cooking is all about clever swaps, and whoever dreamed up this eggplant sushi deserves a gold star. The eggplant slices are grilled and then bathed in a sweet and salty marinade of maple syrup, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
So much flavor! Inside, there’s spinach, carrot, and cucumber matchsticks for fresh crunch.
8. Crispy Tofu Sushi Burrito
Japanese meets Mexican in this wildly delicious sushi burrito situation, and I am absolutely here for it. Instead of a tortilla, I’m wrapping everything in a sheet of nori.
Inside: seasoned rice, golden blocks of crispy tofu, smoky chipotle mayo, carrot matchsticks, creamy avocado, baby spinach, pickled ginger, and a spicy kick of kimchi. It’s a glorious, messy handful, packed with flavor.
9. Sushi Sandwich
Onigirazu, or a sushi sandwich, is basically the handheld lunch of my dreams. The recipe might seem a bit involved, but that’s just because you get to choose between two incredible fillings: crispy tofu katsu or roasted sweet potato.
Both are so, so good. Good luck deciding!
10. Sweet Potato Tempura and Avocado Rolls
Crispy, golden batter on the outside, sweet, tender sweet potato inside. That’s the magic of tempura.
Now imagine stuffing that into a sushi roll with creamy avocado. These sweet potato tempura and avocado rolls are so satisfying that even the most devoted meat eaters will go back for seconds.
11. Pink Sushi
That beautiful pink color comes straight from beetroot infused right into the rice. Inside, you’ve got strips of bell pepper, creamy avocado, carrots, and cucumber for a roll that’s as much about color and crunch as it is about pure, fresh flavor. I’m obsessed.
12. Sesame Shiitake Sushi
Craving something with that deep, savory meatiness? Shiitake mushrooms are the answer.
These are sautéed in sesame oil and garlic until they’re rich and earthy, almost shockingly meaty. Roll them up and you have a vegetarian sushi that feels so hearty and satisfying.
13. Cauliflower Sushi
Totally sushi obsessed but trying to keep the carbs in check? Cauliflower rice to the rescue!
And I promise, it’s anything but boring. The cauliflower gets blitzed with cream cheese, making it rich and creamy, and so delicious you won’t miss a thing.
14. Tempura
I love shrimp tempura, but vegetable tempura is a whole different kind of wonderful. You get that same light, crispy, shatteringly good batter, but this time it’s hugging sweet potato, eggplant, broccoli, or really any veggie you have on hand. It’s a crunchy, golden bite of happiness.
15. Oshinko Roll
Oshinko rolls are all about that sweet, tangy crunch. Oshinko refers to Japanese pickles, like cucumber, cabbage, and my personal favorite: the bright yellow pickled daikon radish that’s snappy and sweet, and so refreshing. Simple and classic, totally irresistible.
16. Cucumber Sushi Roll
Here, cucumber slices step in for nori to wrap up the sushi fillings. It’s such a clever, crunchy twist on the classic, adding a fresh, cool crispness to every single roll. I’m all in for this playful remix.
17. Vegetable Sushi
This is the ultimate guide to vegetable sushi, giving you eight different ways to roll. You can keep it simple with creamy avocado, or go all out with a showstopping eel inspired roll. Whatever your vibe, there’s a veggie packed combo here for you.
18. Carrot Lox Avocado Sushi
Who knew carrots could do the most incredible lox impression? Smoky, silky strips of carrot lox roll up with creamy avocado, sushi rice, and nori to create a vegetarian roll that’s packed with color and that craveable savory richness. It’s an absolute winner.
19. Tofu Musubi
Spam musubi might not be strictly traditional, but that salty sweet combo is pure genius. And being vegetarian doesn’t mean you have to miss out!
This tofu musubi swaps in slabs of tofu, all soaked in a savory marinade, layered on sticky rice, and wrapped in nori. It’s snackable and satisfying, and totally hits the spot.
20. Veggie Quinoa Sushi
For a little healthy remix, swap the sushi rice for a quinoa and miso paste blend. I won’t pretend it tastes identical, but it’s totally delicious in its own nutty, savory way. Plus, it packs extra protein and goodness into every bite.
