Sushi Calories: Not Always as Light as You Think
Sushi has a reputation as healthy food, but calories add up quickly with rice, sauces, tempura, and cream cheese fillings. A simple cucumber roll has about 135 calories per 6 pieces, while a specialty dragon roll can exceed 450 calories. Photo your order to find out the real count.
Nigiri, Maki, Sashimi: Calories Compared
Different sushi styles have very different calorie profiles. Sashimi is the lowest calorie option at roughly 40 calories per piece since it is just raw fish. Nigiri adds rice for about 60 to 70 calories each. Maki rolls vary widely depending on fillings, with tempura and sauce-heavy rolls being the highest calorie options.
Count Every Piece on Your Sushi Platter
Our AI identifies and counts individual sushi pieces on your platter, calculating the total calorie content for the entire meal. This is especially useful at all-you-can-eat sushi restaurants or when ordering a variety platter, where it is easy to lose track of how many pieces you have consumed.
