No-Cook Tuna Cucumber Kimbap — Healthy, Refreshing & So Easy 😋

Fresh, light, and packed with flavor — this No-Cook Tuna Cucumber Kimbap is the perfect meal for hot days or when you want something quick and healthy. Made with simple ingredients like tuna, cucumber, and rice, it’s refreshing, satisfying, and so easy to prepare. No stove, no fuss — just roll, slice, and enjoy!

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Step 1: Prepare the tuna: Drain the tuna well. Mix with mayo, salt, pepper, wasabi, and sugar.

Step 2

Step 2: Prepare the cucumber: Slice cucumber thinly (avoid the seedy center). No salting needed — fresh is best!

Step 3

Step 3 Season the rice: Mix warm rice with salt, sesame oil, and ground sesame seeds.

Step 4

Step 4 Roll the gimbap: Place a sheet of seaweed (rough side up). Spread a thin layer of rice, leaving space at the top. Place half a sheet of seaweed on the rice (prevents tearing). Add cucumber and tuna mixture. Roll gently — don’t press too hard! Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Step 5

Step 5 Bonus version: For a deeper Korean flavor, add perilla leaves and aged kimchi along with cucumber and tuna. Roll as above.

Step 6

Step 6 Finishing touches: Brush the rolls lightly with sesame oil. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Slice with an oiled knife.