It’s no secret that avocados are packed with nutrients that your body needs to lose weight, but if it is a secret click HERE. When you’re looking for a low maintenance sushi roll, consider the avocado roll; it’s satisfying, surprisingly light and free of raw fish!
The nutrients and calories in an avocado roll are friendly to all dieters, so keep reading to find out why you should order this on your next sushi date.
Major Nutrients Found In An Avocado Roll
The one standout nutrient in the avocado roll is its high fiber content, which is great news when you have excess fat to shed. With 24% of your daily value in one avocado roll, you can be sure that you’re getting plenty of soluble and insoluble fiber.
There’s a low fat count in the avocado roll, which is only mitigated by the 1 gram of saturated fat that can wreak havoc on your fat loss efforts. The other good parts however; calcium, protein and carbs will give you energy and burn fat!
Storing/Selecting
The key to choosing a highly delicious and nutritious avocado roll is fresh avocado. Make sure the green peeking through is bright green, not brown or grey, for maximum freshness. Since avocado is the star of this sushi roll, you want it as fresh and tasty as possible!
Store the avocado roll in the fridge for up to a few hours to get a truly fresh sushi roll. The avocado will begin to brown once exposed to air, so it can keep for 2 days if the sushi box is unopened. If the avocado roll has been opened (and taste-tested) it’s best to finish it up within a few hours.
Eat It With:
The avocado roll can and should be enjoyed with the traditional trio of sushi condiments—soy sauce, pickled ginger and wasabi. The trio really highlights the avocado, but feel free to try any gourmet sushi mixes your restaurant offers.
Burn Off Calories In An Avocado Roll
To burn off the calories in an avocado roll, you would have to complete:
- 20 minutes of aerobics
- 33 minutes of horseback riding
- 12 minutes of competitive racquetball