How long does it take to make Shiso Microgreens and Avocado Sushi Rolls?
This recipe takes approximately 20 min total.

20 min
· Serves 2
· Updated September 14, 2026
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Shiso microgreens are best added fresh as a finishing ingredient. These sushi rolls showcase the unique flavor of shiso microgreens, perfectly complementing the creamy avocado. Inspired by the vibrant cuisine style of Odd Duck.
This recipe takes approximately 20 min total.
Shiso microgreens work best as a fresh finishing ingredient, adding color, texture, and a just-cut flavor that stands out right before serving.
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1 cup sushi rice
1 1/4 cups water
4 sheets nori
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1 cup shiso microgreens
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Wasabi (optional)
Rinse the sushi rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then cook with 1 1/4 cups water in a rice cooker or pot until tender.
Once the rice is cooked, let it cool slightly before spreading it evenly onto the nori sheets, leaving a small border at the top.
Layer the avocado slices and shiso microgreens on top of the rice, then roll the nori tightly, sealing the edge with a little water.
Slice the sushi into bite-sized pieces and sprinkle with sesame seeds, serving with soy sauce and wasabi on the side.
Enjoy your fresh sushi rolls that highlight the unique flavor of shiso microgreens!
Shiso microgreens carry the same complex aromatic profile as mature shiso — anise, umami, and mild bitterness — and are used in Japanese and East Asian culinary traditions as a direct garnish substitute. Evidence on shiso specifically is limited; claims below reflect general microgreen research.
• Shiso and perilla microgreens contain volatile aromatic compounds responsible for their distinctive anise-like flavor.
moderate evidence• Nutrient and phytochemical content in shiso microgreens varies by variety and growing conditions.
strong evidence1. Yield performance, mineral profile, and nitrate content in a selection of seventeen microgreen species — Frontiers in Plant Science, 2023