Sushi Sandwiches (Vegan)

by | Updated: April 28th, 2025

These vegan sushi sandwiches are a fun, fresh twist on classic sushi rolls — no rolling mat required! Packed with flavorful tofu, creamy avocado, roasted sweet potato and peppery arugula, each bite is full of satisfying textures and vibrant flavors. Wrapped in a crisp Nori sheet and easy to customize, they make the perfect healthy lunch, meal prep option or light dinner. Plus, they’re completely plant-based and simple to assemble!

Sushi Sandwiches (Vegan)

Sushi Sandwiches (Vegan)
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Sushi Sandwiches (Vegan)

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 4
Calories 458 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sushi rice
  • 1 medium sweet potato
  • 7 oz. tofu sliced
  • 1/2 cup coconut aminos
  • 1 large avocado quartered
  • 1 cup arugula
  • 1/2 cup vegan cream cheese
  • 2 Tbsp. chives finely chopped
  • 4 Nori sheets

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Bake sweet potato for 1 hour.
  3. Set sweet potato aside to cool, then slice it into 4 pieces.
  4. Cook rice according to package instructions.
  5. Slice tofu into 4 pieces (one for each sandwich).
  6. Marinate tofu in coconut aminos for 30 minutes.
  7. Heat medium pan over medium heat. Cook tofu for 3 minutes per side, until golden.
  8. Spread cream cheese onto Nori sheet.
  9. Layer with arugula, rice, tofu and sweet potato.
  10. Fold the sides toward the center, flip the sandwich over and slice in half.
  11. Repeat for all sandwiches.

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts
Sushi Sandwiches (Vegan)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 458 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Sodium 830mg35%
Potassium 519mg15%
Carbohydrates 64g21%
Fiber 9g36%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 12g24%
Vitamin A 8659IU173%
Vitamin C 12mg15%
Calcium 125mg13%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Featured Products

Lundberg Organic California Sushi Rice -- 32 oz
Simple Truth Organic Coconut Aminos Seasoning Sauce -- 10 fl oz
Emerald Cove Organic Pacific Nori Sheets -- 0.9 oz
Pamela Higgins

Pam Higgins, Certified Health Coach, AADP received her credentials from The Institute for Integrative Nutrition in 2010. Pam is the Founder of Total Health Counseling, LLC and www.totalhealthcounseling.com. She is a sensitive foodie and focuses on teaching clients about eating delicious food with pleasure. Pam will show you how to access your blueprint for healthy eating and lifestyle so you can be your best. Pam healed herself from years of chronic digestive and skin inflammation by accessing her own blueprint for healthy living and helps her clients find foods that nourish + balance their bodies. Pam lives in South Florida with her husband, Heman and dog, Cali. Contact Pam directly via email at totalhealthcounseling@gmail.com.