These low FODMAP sushi bowls are filled with brown rice, smoked salmon, nori, crunchy low FODMAP veggies, and a creamy wasabi-lime dressing.
Bowl-type meals make a regular appearance in our house. The bowls I like to make are colorful, customizable, and a complete meal-in-one. And, these sushi bowls are no exception.
These low FODMAP sushi bowls are filled with rice, smoked salmon, crunchy veggies, nori (seaweed), and a creamy wasabi-lime dressing—lots of classic sushi ingredients, no rolling necessary.
For low FODMAP purposes, I include ingredient measurements in my recipes. But when I'm serving a bowl-type meal, I like to set out all of the ingredients so everyone can customize their bowl.
Shopping list
Add these ingredients to your shopping list to make these low FODMAP sushi bowls:
- Rice - 2 cups cooked (To save time, I like to use frozen rice, like Birdseye Steamfresh or Trader Joe's)
- Plain rice vinegar - 1 teaspoon
- Sugar - 1 teaspoon
- Wasabi powder - 1 teaspoon
- Mayonnaise - 3 tablespoons
- Limes - 2 teaspoons juice (about ½ lime)
- Smoked salmon - 8 to 9 ounces
- Carrot matchsticks - 1 cup (about 2 medium carrots cut into matchsticks)
- Cucumber - ½ cup matchsticks (about ⅓ cucumber)
- Nori - 1 sheet
Optional Additional Toppings (for 4 servings): 1 teaspoon sesame seeds; ½ avocado, sliced; 4-8 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce (or tamari sauce for gluten-free)
Low FODMAP notes
In this section, I share information for ingredients that are either frequently asked about or have suggested serving sizes to remain low FODMAP. We each have unique tolerance levels and nutritional needs. Please listen to your body (and, if possible, work with a FODMAP-trained dietitian) to determine what is best for you. For more low FODMAP serving size info, please refer to the Monash FODMAP app and FODMAP Friendly website or app.
Carrots are a FODMAP-free food. Enjoy according to your appetite.
Cucumbers are a FODMAP-free food. Enjoy according to your appetite. have been retested. The current low FODMAP serving size for Lebanese cucumbers (often labeled as mini or Persian cucumbers in US stores) is 75 grams or ½ medium. Larger servings contain moderate to high levels of the FODMAP, excess fructose. With any retested food, if you previously tolerated larger servings, continue to enjoy to your tolerance level.
Mayonnaise is low FODMAP in servings of 2 tablespoons or 40 grams. Double-check ingredients and choose products without high FODMAP ingredients like onion or garlic.
Nori (Seaweed): A low FODMAP serving is 2 sheets or 5 grams.
Smoked salmon: Plain salmon does not contain carbohydrates and therefore, is naturally low FODMAP. Smoked salmon often contains added ingredients. It has not specifically been tested. Choose options that do not contain high FODMAP ingredients, like onion or garlic.
Wasabi powder: A low FODMAP serving is 1 teaspoon. I use J-Basket Powdered Sushi Wasabi Powder or Eden Wasabi Powder. Neither of these products contains sorbitol.
Optional toppings
Avocado: A low FODMAP serving is an ⅛ of a whole avocado or 30 grams.
Sesame seeds are low FODMAP in servings up to 1 tablespoon or 11 grams. Larger amounts contain higher amounts of fructans. Black sesame seeds have not specifically been tested. If concerned, consider testing-to-tolerance for a fun variation when symptoms are well managed.
Soy sauce, or soya sauce, is low FODMAP in servings of 2 tablespoons or 42 grams. Soy sauce contains small amounts of wheat in levels that should be tolerated by most with IBS. If you require a gluten-free or wheat-free diet, tamari sauce is a suitable alternative.
To help prevent dishes from getting too salty, I often prefer to cook with the reduced-sodium versions. Sodium (or salt) is a mineral and does not impact FODMAP (carbohydrate) levels.
Instructions
To make these low FODMAP sushi bowls, simply:
Make the rice: If not cooked, prepare rice according to package directions. In a medium bowl, whisk together rice vinegar and sugar. Add cooked rice and stir to mix. I like to transfer the rice to the fridge to help cool it down (closer to room temperature) while I prepare the other ingredients.
Prep the dressing: In a small bowl, mix wasabi powder and water until paste forms. Let sit 2-3 minutes to allow the wasabi flavor to develop. Add mayonnaise and lime juice. Stir until smooth and set aside.
Assemble the bowls: When ready to serve, place ½ cup of rice into four bowls. To each bowl, add approximately 2 ounces salmon, ¼ cup carrot matchsticks, 2 tablespoons cucumber matchsticks, and 2 tablespoons nori.
Serve each bowl with ~1 tablespoon wasabi-lime dressing and optional sesame seeds, avocado, and soy sauce.
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Recipe
Low FODMAP Sushi Bowls with Smoked Salmon & Wasabi-Lime Mayo
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Diet: Low Lactose
Description
Low FODMAP Sushi Bowls are filled with brown rice, smoked salmon, nori, crunchy low FODMAP veggies, and a creamy wasabi-lime dressing.
Ingredients
Sushi Rice
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
Wasabi-Lime Dressing (makes about ¼ cup)
- 1 teaspoon wasabi powder + 1 teaspoon water
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
Bowl Toppings
- 8 to 9 ounces smoked salmon (made with low FODMAP ingredients), sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup carrot matchsticks (about 2 medium)
- ½ cup cucumber matchsticks (about ⅓ cucumber)
- 1 nori sheet, sliced into thin strips (about ½ cup loosely packed)
Optional Additional Toppings (per bowl): ¼ teaspoon sesame seeds; ⅛ avocado, sliced; 1-2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce (or tamari sauce for gluten-free)
Instructions
- If not cooked, prepare rice according to package directions. In a medium bowl, whisk together rice vinegar and sugar. Add cooked rice and stir to mix. I like to transfer the rice to the fridge to help cool it down (closer to room temperature) while I prepare the other ingredients.
- In a small bowl, mix wasabi powder and water until paste forms. Let sit 2-3 minutes to allow wasabi flavor to develop. Add mayonnaise and lime juice. Stir until smooth and set aside.
- When ready to serve, place ½ cup rice into four bowls. To each bowl, add approximately 2 ounces salmon, ¼ cup carrot matchsticks, 2 tablespoons cucumber matchsticks, and 2 tablespoons nori.
- Serve each bowl with 1 tablespoon wasabi-lime dressing and optional sesame seeds, avocado, and soy sauce.
Notes
Low FODMAP Serving: One serving of this recipe uses low FODMAP amounts of ingredients. Product ingredients vary. Double-check ingredients and avoid products containing high FODMAP ingredients until tolerance is known. For specific ingredient information, please check out the "Low FODMAP Notes" section of the blog post or refer to your Monash FODMAP app.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Low-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Lara Hollaway says
I made it without the sugar or wasabi, and it was still delicious! I also added some additional rice vinegar to the dressing.
Ariel says
Can this be made without the wasabi? Would you recommend any substitutes?
Beth says
This recipe was so tasty and easy and quick to make. Thank you!
Louise says
It looks delicious.How much is "a packet of smoke salmon"? Looking foreword to try the recipe.
Emily says
Thanks, Louise! I find that the packets of smoked salmon are usually around 4-6 oz. each.
Rivaria says
Very nice & delicious rice recipe. We make within 20 mins. Nice recipe:)
Emily says
Thank you Rivaria! It's one of my favorite easy weeknight meals!