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A row of bite-sized sushi rolls with white rice and dark seaweed around the sides, topped with overlapping strips of orange salmon, deep-red fish, pale white fish, and green avocado, arranged in bright bands on a plate.

Rainbow sushi Calories

Sushi roll topped with assorted raw fish and avocado

CALORIES · 100 G

165kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

185mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.3g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Rainbow sushi (35 g) has 58 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.1 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.7 µg of B12 covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Rainbow sushi Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g

58

KCAL / 35G

Carbs

7.1g

· 3% DV

Protein

3.4g

· 7% DV

Fat

1.8g

· 2% DV

Fiber

0.5g

· 2% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 23% · Fat 28%

Rainbow sushi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories58 kcal
Total fat1.8 g2%
Saturated fat0.33 g2%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium109 mg5%
Total carbohydrate7.1 g3%
Fiber0.5 g2%
Protein3.4 g7%

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 1 Medium Rainbow sushi?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)35 g58 kcal
1 piece (small)30 g50 kcal
1 piece (large)45 g74 kcal
100 g100 g165 kcal
6 piece (medium)210 g347 kcal
1 serving (medium)210 g347 kcal
8 piece (large)280 g462 kcal
1 serving (large)280 g462 kcal
10 piece (extra large)350 g578 kcal

Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Rainbow sushi

What is rainbow sushi?

Rainbow sushi is a sushi roll topped with slices of assorted fish and avocado, giving it a colorful appearance. The roll inside is often California-roll-style, but fillings and toppings vary between restaurants.

What is in rainbow sushi?

Rainbow sushi usually has seasoned sushi rice, nori, an inner filling such as crab stick or cucumber, and toppings such as raw salmon, tuna, or avocado. Recipes differ, so ask about the filling if you need to avoid a particular ingredient.

How is rainbow sushi made?

Rainbow sushi is made by rolling rice and nori around a filling, then arranging thin slices of fish and avocado over the outside. The roll is sliced into pieces and may be finished with sesame seeds or a sauce.

What is the difference between rainbow sushi and a California roll?

A California roll is usually filled with crab stick, avocado, and cucumber, with no colorful fish topping. Rainbow sushi may use a similar filling, but it is distinguished by assorted fish and avocado layered over the roll.

Is the fish in rainbow sushi raw?

Often, yes: rainbow sushi commonly has raw salmon or tuna on top, though some restaurants use cooked seafood or offer substitutions. Ask how the fish is prepared if you want to avoid raw fish.

Does rainbow sushi always contain crab?

No. Many versions use imitation crab or another filling inside, but rainbow sushi does not have one fixed recipe. Some restaurants use cucumber, shrimp, or other fillings, so check the specific roll’s ingredients when crab matters to you.

What sauce goes with rainbow sushi?

Soy sauce is the usual dip for rainbow sushi, and wasabi and pickled ginger are often served alongside it. Dip lightly, especially if the roll already has a sweet or spicy topping sauce, so the fish’s flavor still comes through.

Is rainbow sushi safe to eat during pregnancy?

Rainbow sushi topped with raw fish is generally best avoided during pregnancy because raw seafood can carry foodborne pathogens. Choose a version made with cooked seafood instead, and ask your doctor or dietitian if you need guidance for your pregnancy.

How long does rainbow sushi keep in the fridge?

Rainbow sushi is best eaten soon after it is made, particularly when it contains raw fish. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and eat them by the next day; discard sushi that has been left out for an extended time.

What should you serve with rainbow sushi?

Miso soup, edamame, or a simple seaweed salad pair well with rainbow sushi. Their lighter flavors complement the fish and avocado without competing with the roll, while pickled ginger can refresh your palate between pieces.

Rainbow sushi Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.66µg · 28% DV

B3

0.84mg · 5% DV

B6

0.08mg · 5% DV

B5

0.16mg · 3% DV

Minerals

Selenium

6.3µg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

45mg · 6% DV

Iodine

8.4µg · 6% DV

Manganese

0.11mg · 5% DV

Sodium

109mg · 5% DV

Potassium ⭐

65mg · 2% DV

Rainbow sushi Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

3.9
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Rainbow sushi

To burn the 58 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):

🚶

14min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

6min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

8min

Cycling

🏊

7min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Rainbow sushi?

Rainbow sushi is a sushi roll made with seasoned rice and nori, usually filled with ingredients such as cucumber or avocado and topped with slices of assorted raw fish. Salmon and tuna are common choices, though the combination varies by restaurant. This colourful, contemporary style is especially familiar in sushi restaurants outside Japan, rather than being a single fixed traditional recipe.

The fish is tender, the avocado creamy, and the rice lightly tangy. It is often served with soy sauce, pickled ginger and wasabi; use the sauce sparingly if you want the individual flavours to come through. Rice makes it a carbohydrate-forward bite, while the fish contributes protein—about 9.8 g per 100 g. Pair it with a simple salad or edamame for a more filling meal.

How Nutritious Is Rainbow sushi?

Nutrient density

High

63/ 100

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

45/ 100

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 Rainbow sushi Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally 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 Rainbow sushi Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish yes
Soy yes
Sesame yes

Which Diets Is Rainbow sushi Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Rainbow sushi Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.33g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.65g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.39g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 1.6:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.