Tuna Poke Sushi Rice Cups
These ahi sushi cups pair seasoned sushi rice and creamy avocado with cubes of sushi-grade ahi tuna, crisp cucumber, green onions, and toasted black sesame seeds. A soy, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and crushed red pepper dressing adds a balanced salty, tangy, lightly spicy flavor, while cream cheese brings extra richness. They make a simple, neatly served option for sushi night or a party appetizer.
- Prep45 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Tuna Poke Sushi Rice Cups, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 47
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 36
- Digestive
- 34
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine rice and water in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes (do not uncover while cooking). Remove pan from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
- 2
While rice stands, combine vinegar and sugar in a small microwave-safe bowl; microwave on high until boiling, 30 to 45 seconds. Stir the mixture with a whisk until the sugar dissolves. Add cream cheese and salt to the bowl, stirring with a whisk to combine. Gently fold the vinegar mixture into the rice using a rubber spatula; let stand for 5 minutes.
- 3
Generously coat muffin cups with cooking spray. Lightly coat parchment paper pieces with cooking spray; press the paper squares into the muffin cups to form liners. Using moistened hands, press the rice mixture evenly along the bottoms and sides of the muffin cups. Refrigerate for 30 to 40 minutes.
- 4
Combine vinegar, salt, soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add tuna, cucumber, green onions, and avocado to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.
- 5
Divide the tuna mixture evenly among the rice cups; sprinkle evenly with sesame seeds. Gently remove the cups from the pan by lifting the parchment paper edges.
- Calories 326.6 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 22.61 g Good Source 45%
- Carbohydrate 41.09 g 15%
- Total Fat 7.57 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 1.55 g Moderate 8%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 33.59 mg Moderate 11%
- Sodium 450.67 mg Moderate 20%
- Dietary Fiber 4.62 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 5.05 g --
- Added Sugars 2.08 g Low Source 4%
- Calcium 9.41 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.99 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 558.84 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 12.6 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 7.4 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin D 1.28 mcg Low Source 6%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Milk 🥛
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sesame
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Tuna Poke Sushi Rice Cups is made with 19 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Avocado, Black Sesame Seeds, Cooking Spray, and Cream Cheese. Each serving provides about 326.6 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Tuna Poke Sushi Rice Cups made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado, Black Sesame Seeds, Cooking Spray, Cream Cheese, Cucumber. The full list of 19 is above.
- How long does it take to make Tuna Poke Sushi Rice Cups?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 45 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 326.6 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Tuna Poke Sushi Rice Cups easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 19 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Tuna Poke Sushi Rice Cups healthy?
- Tuna Poke Sushi Rice Cups has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 326.6 calories and 22.61 g of protein, or 45% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 450.67 mg (20% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.55 g (8% of the Daily Value). It contains Fish, Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten, Sesame and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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