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Kid-Friendly "Sushi" Sandwiches

When you want the simplicity of making a sandwich but with a more exciting look, Sushi Sandwiches are the ticket.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 180 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 pieces soft sandwich bread
  • spread of choice (hummus, whipped cream cheese, olive tapenade, mayonnaise, mustard, etc)
  • filling of choice (tuna salad, deli slices, thinly sliced or grated vegetables, cheese, etc.)
Tuna Salad
  • 1 can tuna (I use albacore in water)
  • 1 teaspoon capers, drained and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (plus more for spreading on the bread)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small cucumber, cut into long, thin sticks
  • 1 small carrot, grated

Instructions

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  1. Cut the crusts off of each slice of bread and roll out as thin as possible with a rolling pin.
  2. Place the long side of the rolled out bread closest to you.
  3. Spread a thin layer of spread on each slice of rolled out bread.
  4. Add fillings onto half of the bread lengthwise making sure not to over stuff the roll (a little goes a long way)
  5. Starting at the side closest to you (the filled end) tightly roll the mixture up and press to seal into a roll (I dab a bit of additional spread across the end of the roll to act as a glue sealing the roll).
  6. Cut the roll into even pieces and repeat with remaining pieces of bread and fillings of choice.
  7. *If making tuna salad: Place the tuna, capers, mayonnaise and dijon mustard in a bowl and stir to combine.

Notes

  • For the Bread: You'll want to use fresh, soft sandwich bread to make this recipe. Using dried out bread can lead to cracks and breaks making it difficult to roll your sandwich up.
  • Don't overfill: Be careful not to overfill the sandwiches to ensure easy rolling.
  • Get Kids Involved: Let your kids help with rolling out the bread and assembling the "sushi." They'll love being part of the process.
  • Layer Mindfully: Use the thicker or stickier filling first and then top with the thinner filling. It's easier to layer this way!
  • Filling and Spread Combination Ideas:
  • peanut butter + jelly
  • whipped cream cheese + basil pesto (or hemp seed pesto for a nut-free version)
  • shredded carrots + red beet, white bean hummus
  • whipped cream cheese + olive tapenade
  • tuna salad (recipe below) + mayo
  • cucumber + cream cheese
  • turkey slices, cheese + mayo and mustard

Nutrition Information

Calories 180kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 4g (6%) Cholesterol 25mg (8%) Sodium 470mg (20%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 180

% Daily Value*

Calories 180kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 4g 6%
Cholesterol 25mg 8%
Sodium 470mg 20%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.