Pick your sushi wisely

Sushi is definitely a healthy choice when choosing a place to go out to eat. However, many people fall into the trap of thinking every roll on the menu is healthy. In fact, many rolls accumulate extra calories in sauces and preparation techniques that you would never expect. You may be surprised to learn what your favorite sushi rolls are hiding.

Stick to these rolls:

1.) Rainbow roll- Nori, rice, avocado, surimi, plus a variety of raw fish arranged on top

Although this roll is higher in calories than most of the healthier rolls, it’s loaded with healthy fats. 476 calories for 6-8 pieces.

2.) Cucumber roll- Nori, rice, cucumber

Cucumbers are a low-calorie solution to your daily allotment of vitamins A and C, and fiber. 126 calories for 6-8 pieces.

3.) Avocado roll- Nori, rice, avocado

Avocado is a good source of healthy monosaturated fats. 140 calories for 6-8 pieces.

4.) Tuna roll- Nori, rice, tuna

More than half the calories come from the protein in tuna. 184 calories for 6-8 pieces.

5.) California roll- Nori, rice, avocado, surimi

This roll is a good start for sushi beginners since there’s no raw fish involved. 255 calories for 6-8 pieces.

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Try to stay away from these rolls:

1.) Spicy tuna roll- Nori, rice, tuna, mayo, chili sauce

The calorie count raises as the heat intensifies; add some wasabi to your tuna roll and save over 100 calories. 290 calories for 6-8 pieces.

2.) Philadelphia roll- Nori, rice, salmon, cream cheese, cucumber

The cream cheese adds unnecessary fat to the otherwise healthy roll. 290 calories for 6-8 pieces.

3.) Salmon and avocado roll- Nori, rice, salmon, avocado

Although high in calories, this roll offers healthy fats in two forms: salmon and avocado. 304 calories for 6-8 pieces.

4.) Eel and avocado roll- Nori, rice, avocado, eel

Eel is almost always covered in a sugary brown sauce so make this your full meal if you’re choosing this roll. 372 calories for 6-8 pieces.

5.) Shrimp tempura roll- Nori, rice, shrimp, tempura batter, oil for frying

The roll is perfectly healthy-until you coat it with a thick batter and fry in hot oil. Skip this roll completely and look for shrimp that are not deep fried. 508 calories for 6-8 pieces.