California Roll in a Jar Salad
Makes 4
This is a perfect lunch for your picky teen or for yourself. Satisfies that craving for sushi; but no special skills or tools required.
Ingredients
4 wide-mouth mason jars or similar containers
2 cups cooked seasoned sushi rice
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed
1 cup shredded imitation crab (sticks can be cubed as well)
1 cup cucumber, chopped
2 sheets of nori, sliced into thin strips
Toppings: pickled ginger, wasabi paste, soy sauce or sesame seeds
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
Prepare 4 wide-mouth mason jars or similar containers
Step 2
Divide the avocado, cucumber and imitation crab into 8 equal portions. Layer each jar with a portion of each.
Step 3
Sprinkle some of the torn nori into each jar.
Step 4
Divide the remaining rice and place into the jars.
Step 5
Use the remaining avocado, cucumber and imitation crab to add another layer to each jar.
Step 6
Cover and refrigerate until ready to eat.
Step 7
Include small containers of toppings as well as additional nori to crumble onto the salad.
Step 8
When ready to eat, pour into a bowl or plate and toss to combine. Top with toppings of your choice.