Sushi is on the list of light foods which many believe is correct. However, being related to calories, it cannot be said clearly. It can be really high to always low in calories though it can be minimized if the right types of sushi are made right with the right components and method. Knowing the nutritional value of sushi will help you learn how to make the right choices for your health without compromising on taste.
Traditional Sushi
It includes vinegared rice, raw or cooked seafood, and vegetables, all wrapped in seaweed, or nori. Individually, these ingredients are low in calories. One piece of sashimi-a slice of raw fish without usually contains about 30 to 50 calories. A piece of nigiri-a slice of fish atop a small ball of rice contains about 70 to 100 calories. Adding perfectly to the calorie count, it is flavored with a sweet vinegar mixture, but still, the rice is very low in calories compared to other types of cuisine.
High-Calorie Additions
Sushi can get highly calorie-dense with certain ingredients and modes of preparation. Rolls that contain tempura (fried ingredients), cream cheese, mayonnaise-based sauces, or eel sauce are very high in calories. For example, a tempura shrimp roll or a spicy tuna roll easily exceeds 300-500 calories in just one roll because of these high-caloric ingredients within them. Specialty rolls are generally larger and more invoked calories.
Healthy Sushi Options
If you’re watching your calorie intake, there are a few ways to have sushi without overindulging in calories. Opt for simpler rolls that generally have fewer calories, like cucumber rolls, avocado rolls, or tuna rolls. Another low-calorie alternative is sashimi-just slices of fish without rice. Also, if you must eat rice, brown is preferred over white since it will increase the amount of fiber and nutrients you take in without adding calories.
Portion Control
The portion size is the most important thing when it comes to sushi. It’s easy to underestimate the total calories consumed because sushi pieces are so small. For maintaining a meal in the healthy calorie range, consider limiting to one or two rolls. To make your meal more filling, consider pairing your rolls with a side of miso or soup or a salad.
Bottom Line!
Sushi can be low-calorie food, but all of that is dependent on the types of sushi chosen and the ingredients used. Sushi can easily be adapted to a healthy balanced diet by paying attention to the type of roll chosen and consuming portions of regular volume.
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