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Cheese Maki Calories
Vegetarian sushi roll with rice, nori, and cream cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
6 piece (medium) of Cheese Maki (150 g) has 264 calories. That works out to 176 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.2 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 11.7 µg of Selenium covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheese Maki Nutrition Facts
Selected: 6 piece (medium) · 150 g
264
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
46.2g
· 17% DV
Protein
6.1g
· 12% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 9% · Fat 22%
Cheese Maki nutrition facts table · 6 piece (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.53 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 578 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 46.2 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 6 Pieces of Cheese Maki?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 6 piece (medium) | 150 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 44 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 75 g | 132 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 176 kcal |
| 4 piece (medium) | 100 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 264 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 200 g | 352 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 440 kcal |
Calculated from 176 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese Maki
What is Cheese Maki?
Cheese Maki is a sushi roll made with rice and nori wrapped around cream cheese. Some versions add cucumber or another vegetable, and the roll is sliced into bite-sized pieces before serving.
What is in Cheese Maki?
Cheese Maki typically contains seasoned sushi rice, nori seaweed and cream cheese. Cucumber, avocado or sesame may be added, but fillings vary between restaurants and homemade recipes.
Does Cheese Maki contain raw fish?
No, standard Cheese Maki is made with cream cheese rather than raw fish. Special rolls can have extra fillings, so ask the restaurant what is inside if you need to avoid fish.
How do you make Cheese Maki?
To make Cheese Maki, spread seasoned sushi rice over a sheet of nori, add a narrow strip of cream cheese, then roll it tightly and slice it. A sharp, slightly damp knife helps make neat pieces.
What kind of cheese is used in Cheese Maki?
Cream cheese is the usual choice for Cheese Maki because it is soft and easy to roll with the rice. Use a narrow strip so the filling stays inside instead of squeezing out as you roll.
How do you eat Cheese Maki?
Eat Cheese Maki with chopsticks or your fingers, dipping it lightly in soy sauce if you like. Pickled ginger and wasabi are common accompaniments; avoid leaving the rice sitting in the sauce, where it can fall apart.
Is Cheese Maki the same as a California roll?
No. Cheese Maki is centered on cream cheese, while a California roll commonly has surimi, avocado and cucumber. Both are sushi rolls, but their fillings and flavors are different.
Is Cheese Maki traditional Japanese sushi?
No, cream-cheese-filled Cheese Maki is a modern, international-style sushi roll rather than a traditional Japanese filling. It uses sushi staples such as rice and nori with a filling popular in contemporary sushi menus.
How long does leftover Cheese Maki last?
Keep leftover Cheese Maki covered in the refrigerator and eat it as soon as possible, ideally the same day. Sushi rice dries and firms up in storage, and rolls left at room temperature for a long time should be discarded.
What goes well with Cheese Maki?
Soy sauce, pickled ginger and wasabi are classic accompaniments to Cheese Maki. Miso soup or a light salad also works well if you are serving it as part of a fuller meal.
Cheese Maki Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.35µg · 15% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
B5
0.38mg · 8% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
578mg · 25% DV
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.48mg · 21% DV
Iodine
30µg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
138mg · 4% DV
Cheese Maki Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cheese Maki
To burn the 264 calories in 6 piece (medium) (150 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Cheese Maki?
Cheese Maki is a modern, cheese-filled take on Japanese maki sushi. It is made by rolling sushi rice and cream cheese in a sheet of nori, then cutting the roll into bite-sized pieces. While cheese is not a traditional Japanese maki filling, this variation is common on fusion-sushi menus around the world.
The filling is smooth and mildly tangy, the rice soft and gently seasoned, and the nori adds a savoury sea flavour. It is often served with soy sauce, pickled ginger and wasabi, either as part of a sushi spread or as a light snack. Rice supplies most of its energy, while it offers relatively modest protein. For a more varied meal, pair it with edamame, a crisp salad or vegetable-based sushi.
How Nutritious Is Cheese Maki?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Cheese Maki Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Cheese Maki Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cheese Maki Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Cheese Maki Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.53g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.