Anti Inflammatory Nori Wraps with Rainbow Veggies & Ginger-Sesame Dipping Sauce
These hand-rolled nori wraps are the kind of meal that looks stunning on a platter and comes together faster than you'd expect — no cooking required beyond whisking up the dipping sauce. Every layer inside brings something to the table: creamy avocado, crisp cucumber and carrot matchsticks, shredded purple cabbage, and a generous handful of fresh cilantro and mint that makes each bite feel alive. The ginger-sesame dipping sauce is where things really sing — toasted sesame oil, tamari, freshly grated ginger, and a squeeze of lime create a bold, bright flavor that ties the whole thing together. Ginger is one of the most well-regarded ingredients for supporting a low-inflammation lifestyle, and paired with the antioxidant-rich rainbow of vegetables here, this recipe earns its place on any clean-eating rotation. The nori itself adds a subtle umami depth while keeping everything light and grain-free. This recipe makes four servings, so it's ideal for a casual lunch spread or a light dinner where you want something that feels a little special without a lot of effort. Slice the rolls on a diagonal, fan them out on a platter, and watch them disappear.
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4 servings
For the wraps
- 8 sheets nori (toasted seaweed)
- 1 large avocado, pitted, peeled, and thinly sliced
- 1 medium cucumber, cut into thin matchsticks
- 1 cup purple cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves
For the dipping sauce
- 3 tbsp tamari
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp raw honey
Ingredient noteAdded sugar is limited on an anti-inflammatory diet. This recipe contains about 1.8 g of added sugar per serving, which is likely acceptable for many following the diet. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
For serving
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Make the dipping sauce: whisk together the tamari, toasted sesame oil, grated ginger, lime juice, and honey in a small bowl until the honey is fully dissolved. Taste and adjust lime juice or tamari as needed. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare all vegetables and herbs: cut the cucumber and carrots into thin matchsticks roughly 3–4 inches long, finely shred the cabbage, and slice the avocado into thin strips. Arrange everything on your cutting board in separate piles so assembly is quick.
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