California Roll

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Common questions

Is California Roll healthy?

California Roll scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. The California Roll contains beneficial ingredients like nori sheets, cucumber, and avocado, which provide essential nutrients and healthy fats.

How processed is California Roll?

California Roll is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive California Roll's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, nori sheets, cucumber, avocado count in its favor; sugar, imitation crab are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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California Roll

Pricate Selection
65 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 2
Category Sushi
Summary

The California Roll contains beneficial ingredients like nori sheets, cucumber, and avocado, which provide essential nutrients and healthy fats. However, the presence of refined sugar in the sushi rice adds unnecessary calories and contributes to potential health issues. Additionally, the use of imitation crab, a processed ingredient, affects the overall processing level, limiting the score despite the presence of some nutritious components.

Key ingredients 7

nori sheets
Good

Nori sheets are rich in minerals and provide a healthy source of iodine, making them a beneficial ingredient in sushi.

cucumber
Good

Cucumber is low in calories and provides hydration and fiber, making it a healthy addition to the roll.

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avocado
Good

Avocado is rich in healthy fats and nutrients, contributing positively to the nutritional profile of the sushi.

sushi rice
Neutral

Sushi rice is a staple in sushi dishes, providing the base for the roll without strong positive or negative connotations.

rice wine vinegar
Neutral

Rice wine vinegar adds flavor to the rice and is commonly used in sushi preparation, with a neutral health impact.

sugar
Bad

Sugar is added to sushi rice for flavor, but excessive consumption can contribute to health issues like weight gain and blood sugar spikes.

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imitation crab
Bad

Imitation crab often contains additives and preservatives, which may be less healthy compared to real seafood options.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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